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ground tackle

American  

noun

Nautical.
  1. equipment, as anchors, chains, or windlasses, for mooring a vessel away from a pier or other fixed moorings.


Etymology

Origin of ground tackle

First recorded in 1550–60

Example Sentences

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Usable sidedecks and a walk-through windshield lead to the fully concealed and weather-protected ground tackle.

From Time Magazine Archive

Chain lockers are accessible through watertight Freeman storm hatches on deck, and include plenty of stowage for more ground tackle, lines and fenders.

From Time Magazine Archive

The Fish Around has an accessible anchor locker that is divided three ways to separate chain and rope ground tackle and also features a PVC tube that locks the anchor into place.

From Time Magazine Archive

Here are some additional ground tackle tips: 1.

From Time Magazine Archive

“Why is the ground tackle not strong enough?” asked the passenger.

From The Lifeboat by Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael)