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cringle

Pronunciation: /ˈkrɪŋg(ə)l/
Definition of cringle

noun

Sailing
  • a ring of rope containing a thimble, for another rope to pass through.

Origin:

early 17th century: from Low German kringel, diminutive of kring 'ring'

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