haulyards

/ˈhɔljərdz/
noun
  1. Plural of haulyard; ropes or tackles used for hoisting and lowering sails, flags, or yards on a ship.
    • The crew checked all the haulyards before setting sail.
    • New haulyards were installed on the mast for the race.
    • He coiled the haulyards neatly on the deck.
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