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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Alternative form of ratline. alt-of, alternative
2. 2
   (nautical) a small horizontal rope between the shrouds of a sailing ship; they form a ladder for climbing aloft wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

ratlineratline

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