Associations to the word «Preventer»

Wiktionary

PREVENTER, noun. One who, or that which, prevents.
PREVENTER, noun. (nautical) An arrangement, made with ropes and blocks, that prevents the boom of a sailing boat from performing a jibe.
PREVENTER, noun. (nautical) Any of various lines set up to reinforce or relieve ordinary running or standing rigging.

Wise words

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