Hawsers

/ˈhɔːzərz/ noun

Definition

Plural of hawser; multiple large ropes or cables used on ships.

Etymology

Simple plural of 'hawser,' maintaining the singular form's maritime meaning and origin.

Kelly Says

Ships often used multiple hawsers for extra security—a famous maritime superstition held that an odd number of hawsers was unlucky, so sailors would add or remove one to make it even!

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