Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sheepshank
noun
/ˈʃiːpʃæŋk/
Definition
A type of knot used for shortening a rope or securing it.
Examples
- The sailor tied a sheepshank to secure the line on the ship.
- When camping, he used a sheepshank to manage the excess rope from his tent.
Meaning
The sheepshank is often used by sailors and climbers to hold a rope in place when there are not enough turns to make a secure knot.
Synonyms
- knot
- fastening
- bind
