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Meaning of halyard in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions
  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈhæljərd/

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  1. Noun

    halyard

    Etymology

    late Middle English halier, from hale+ -ier. The change in the ending in the 18th century was due to association with yard

    Definitions

    1. a rope for raising or lowering a sail or flag

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