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Ropework — For Ropework in a Bondage (BDSM) context, see Japanese bondage. Marlinespike seamanship being taught to sailors in the early 20th century Ropework or Marlinespike Seamanship is the set of processes and skills used to make, repair, and use rope.… … Wikipedia
ropework — ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun 1. : an establishment where ropes are made 2. a. : the art of tying knots b. : work (as knots) made of entwined ropes * * * ropeˈwork noun … Useful english dictionary
Lashing (ropework) — A lashing is an arrangement of rope used to secure two or more items together in a somewhat rigid manner. Lashings are most commonly applied to timber poles, and are commonly associated with the scouting movement and with sailors. This word usage … Wikipedia
Knot — For speeds, see Knot (unit). For other uses, see Knot (disambiguation). Some knots 1 Yarn knot ABoK #2688 2 Manrope knot 3 Granny knot 4 Rosebud stopper knot(?) … Wikipedia
Marlinespike seamanship — (or marlinspiking), is the art of handling and working all kinds of natural fiber, synthetic fiber, and wire rope. So named because it often involves use of a marlinspike, it generally covers all types of knot tying, splicing of cordage, sail… … Wikipedia
Tatting — This page is about a form of lace making otheruses Tatting is a technique for handcrafting a particularly durable lace constructed by a series of knots and loops. Tatting can be used to make lace edging as well as doilies, collars, and other… … Wikipedia
Canyoning — (known as canyoneering in the U.S.) is traveling in canyons using a variety of techniques that may include other outdoor activities such as walking, scrambling, climbing, jumping, abseiling, and/or swimming. Although hiking down a canyon that is… … Wikipedia
Common whipping — Names Common whipping, Plain whipping, Ordinary whipping, Wolf whipping Category Whipping ABoK #3442 The common whipping is the simplest type of whipping knot, a series of knots intended to stop a rope from unraveling. As it can slip off the rope … Wikipedia
Rope — This article is about non metallic ropes. For other uses, see Rope (disambiguation). Coils of rope used for long line fishing A rope is a length of fibres, twisted or braided together to improve strength for pulling and connecting. It has tensile … Wikipedia
Marlinspike — For other uses, see Marlinspike (disambiguation). A typical marlinspike with a lanyard … Wikipedia
