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SHANK-PAINTER

\ʃˈaŋkpˈe͡ɪntə], \ʃˈaŋkpˈe‍ɪntə], \ʃ_ˈa_ŋ_k_p_ˈeɪ_n_t_ə]\

Definitions of SHANK-PAINTER

1899 - The american dictionary of the english language.

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A short rope and chain which sustains the shank and flukes of an anchor against the ship's side, as the stopper fastens the ring and stock to the cat-head.

1899 - The american dictionary of the english language.
By Daniel Lyons

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