cathead

[ kat-hed ]

noun

, Nautical.

1. a projecting timber or metal beam to which an anchor is hoisted and secured.

cathead

/ ˈkætˌhɛd /

noun

1. a fitting at the bow of a vessel for securing the anchor when raised

Word History and Origins

Origin of cathead¹

First recorded in 1620–30; cat ( def ) + head

Example Sentences

Watson carried the deep-sea lead forward, and the other men followed, each with fakes of the line coiled in his hand—Collins on the cathead, Sandy in the fore chains, and Jensen in the main chains.

From Literature

It was Collins on the cathead.

From Literature

He is also a well-known musician who performs under the name "Cathead," according to the paper.

From Fox News

Distilleries like Cathead Distillery in Jackson, Miss., are converting production to hand sanitizer, while apparel companies, like Simms Fishing Products in Bozeman, Mont., are making hospital gowns.

From New York Times

Lumumba in Jackson and Tannehill in Oxford have helped distribute free hand sanitizer that was made by Cathead Distillery.

From Washington Times