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LIFTS

\lˈɪfts], \lˈɪfts], \l_ˈɪ_f_t_s]\

Definitions of LIFTS

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In nav., the ropes at the yard-arms used to make the yards hang higher or lower, as required.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

(Naut. ) Ropes from the masthead to the extremities of a yard.

1895 - Glossary of terms and phrases
By Henry Percy Smith

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