twiddling line

A "twiddling line" is a historical nautical term used to describe specific ropes or strings on a ship.

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Definition

(historical, technical)A small rope used to steady the ship's steering wheel.

(historical, technical)A string attached to a compass-gimbal to allow the compass card to move freely.

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