PARREL
Etymology
Noun
parrel (plural parrels)
(nautical) A sliding loop of rope or metal, around the mast of a ship, to which a yard or gaff is fitted.
Synonyms
• (sliding loop to which yard or gaff is fitted): rackie (Scotland)
Anagrams
• LARPer, PERRLA, larper
Source: Wiktionary
Par"ral, Par"rel, n. Etym: [F. appareil. See Apparel, n.]
1. (Naut.)
Definition: The rope or collar by which a yard or spar is held to the mast in such a way that it may be hoisted or lowered at pleasure. Totten.
2. A chimney-piece. Halliwell.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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