
Noah Webster
Leech-line
LEE'CH-LINE, noun Leech-lines are ropes fastened to the middle of the leeches of the main-sail and fore-sail, serving to truss them up to the yards.
LEE'CH-LINE, noun Leech-lines are ropes fastened to the middle of the leeches of the main-sail and fore-sail, serving to truss them up to the yards.