ALL meanings of fairlead
fair·lead
F f - noun fairlead A ring mounted on a boat or ship to guide a rope, keeping it clear of obstructions and preventing it from being cut or chafed. 1
- noun fairlead a pulley, thimble, etc., used to guide a rope forming part of the rigging of a ship, crane, etc., in such a way as to prevent chafing. 1
- noun fairlead Machinery. (on power shovels or cranes) a swiveling mounting for sheaves, over which cables pass. 1
- noun fairlead (nautical) A device to guide a line, rope or cable around an object or out of the way, or to stop it from moving laterally. 0
- noun fairlead a block or ring through which a line is rove to keep it clear of obstructions, prevent chafing, or maintain it at an angle 0