atrip

adj — 3 senses

adj

/əˈtɹɪp/

Etymology From a- + trip.

Nautical, Transport Of an anchor Just clear of the ground.

The captain's anchor is pretty nigh atrip; I shouldn't wonder if he croaked afore morning.1847 March 30, Herman Melville, Omoo: A Narrative of Adventures in the South Seas; […], London: John Murray, […], →OCLC:

Nautical, Transport Of sails Sheeted home, hoisted taut up and ready for trimming.

Nautical, Transport Of yards Hoisted up and ready to be swayed across.

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