gun tackle

American  

noun

Nautical.

1. a tackle composed of a fall rove through two single blocks and secured to one of them so as to secure a mechanical advantage of two or three, neglecting friction, depending on the arrangement.

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Etymology

Origin of gun tackle

First recorded in 1785–95

Example Sentences

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gun tackle

"Then rig a gun tackle, and the four of you will manage the job, I think."

From The Nameless Island A Story of some Modern Robinson Crusoes by Westerman, Percy F. (Percy Francis)

“Fine lot o’ gun tackle, ammunition, and suchlike.

From Old Gold The Cruise of the "Jason" Brig by Wood, Stanley L.

Usually they were at the balance point of the gun; tackle run through them and hooked to the big tripod or "gin" lifted the cannon from its carriage.

From Artillery Through the Ages A Short Illustrated History of Cannon, Emphasizing Types Used in America by Manucy, Albert