inhaul

[ in-hawl ]

noun

, Nautical.

1. any of various lines for hauling a sail, spar, etc., inward or inboard in order to stow it after use.

inhaul

/ ˈɪnˌhɔːl /

noun

1. nautical a line for hauling in a sail

Word History and Origins

Origin of inhaul¹

First recorded in 1855–60; in- ¹ + haul