makefast

[ meyk-fast, -fahst ]

noun

, Nautical.

1. any structure to which a ship is tied up, as a bollard or buoy.

makefast

/ ˈmeɪkˌfɑːst /

noun

1. a strong support to which a vessel is secured

Word History and Origins

Origin of makefast¹

First recorded in 1895–1900; noun use of verb phrase make fast