Definition of Unreeve. Meaning of Unreeve. Synonyms of Unreeve

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Definition of Unreeve

Unreeve
Unreeve Un*reeve", v. t. [1st pref. un- + reeve, v. t.] (Naut.) To withdraw, or take out, as a rope from a block, thimble, or the like.

Meaning of Unreeve from wikipedia

- or hole, is to reeve it. To pull it out is to unreeve it. Stopper knots prevent the rope from unreeving on its own. They are also used to lower the chances...
- with one end around its own standing part, its purpose being to prevent unreeving. 47. The half knot is a binding knot, being the first movement of the...
- common usage in the 1950s with improvements in maritime navigational aids. unreeve To pull a rope from a sheave or block. unship 1.  To remove from a vessel...
- vessels Stopper knot – Knot that forms a fixed thicker point to prevent unreeving Swaged sleeve – Mechanically swaged connector T-splice – Method of joining...
- narrowest sense the term applies only to a **** tied in a rope to prevent unreeving, to provide a handhold, or (in small material only) to prevent fraying...