STEEVE
\stˈiːv], \stˈiːv], \s_t_ˈiː_v]\
Definitions of STEEVE
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To stow, as bales in a vessel's hold, by means of a steeve. See Steeve, n. (b).
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The angle which a bowsprit makes with the horizon, or with the line of the vessel's keel; -- called also steeving.
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A spar, with a block at one end, used in stowing cotton bales, and similar kinds of cargo which need to be packed tightly.
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To project from the bows at an angle instead of horizontally, said of a bowsprit.
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To give a certain angle of elevation to, said of the bowsprit.
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The angle which the bowsprit makes with the horizon: a long heavy spar, with a place to fix a block at one end, and used in stowing certain kinds of cargo, which need to be driven in close.
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Firm: compacted: not easily bent or broken.
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