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单词 dog-stopper
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Definition of dog-stopper in English:

dog-stopper

noun
Nautical historical
  • A heavy rope secured round the mainmast and used to back up the stopper for additional security in rough weather.

Origin

Late 18th century; earliest use found in John Hamilton Moore (d. 1807).

 
 

Definition of dog-stopper in US English:

dog-stopper

noun
Nautical historical
  • A heavy rope secured round the mainmast and used to back up the stopper for additional security in rough weather.

Origin

Late 18th century; earliest use found in John Hamilton Moore (d. 1807).

 
 
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