harpings

/ ˈhɑːpɪŋz; ˈhɑːpɪnz /

plural noun

1. nautical wooden members used for strengthening the bow of a vessel
2. shipbuilding wooden supports used in construction

Word History and Origins

Origin of harpings¹

C17: perhaps related to French harpe cramp iron

Example Sentences

Little rose from his seat in the main-top, and looked over to see that no inquisitive person was concealed on the cat-harpings.

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Let her be contented with her Grimods and oysters, and leave Julia to listen to the harpings of Apollo in peace.

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My harpings all die in the air, and leave me but a scanty purse, poor clothing, and no roof over my head.

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All was at last to issue happily; in sweetest harpings and seven-fold circles of light.

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The Hall of Cynddylan is voiceless and still, The sound of its harpings hath died on the hill!

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