dolphin striker

dol·phin strik·er

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Definitions of dolphin striker words

noun dolphin striker a short vertical strut between the bowsprit and a rope or cable (martingale) from the end of the jib boom to the stem or bows, used for maintaining tension and preventing upward movement of the jib boom 0
noun dolphin striker a small spar under the bowsprit of a sailing vessel, used, together with the martingales, to brace the jib boom or flying jib boom 0
noun dolphin striker (nautical) A near-vertical spar between the bowsprit and martingale. 0

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 7% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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