shearpole (English, noun)
expansion: shearpole (plural shearpoles)
Senses:
topics: nautical
transport
glosses: A horizontal crosspiece.
A horizontal beam that goes along the edge of the shroud to which the rigging is attached.
glosses: A horizontal crosspiece.
A horizontal support that pivots on an upright, allowing a bridge to swing to the side, thereby permitting boats to pass.
Forms:
form: shearpoles
tags: plural
form: shear pole
tags: alternative
form: shear-pole
tags: alternative