Marine Glossary
Halyard
A line used to raise and lower sails, flags, or antennas on a boat. Originally 'haul-yard' — a line to haul a yard arm.
Marine Glossary
A line used to raise and lower sails, flags, or antennas on a boat. Originally 'haul-yard' — a line to haul a yard arm.
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