shear legs

English

Alternative forms

shearlegs
sheerlegs
sheer legs

Noun

shear legs (uncountable)

(nautical) A form of derrick, consisting of three poles and a block and tackle, used to hoist and lower heavy weights, especially the masts of sailing ships.

Synonyms

sheers

Translations

device for lifting heavy weights

Maori: tokorangi

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