knighthead

[ nahyt-hed ]

noun

, Nautical.

1. either of a pair of upright members flanking and securing the bowsprit of a ship at the bow, often used as mooring bitts; apostle.
2. a plate at the fore end of a topgallant forecastle, on an iron or steel sailing ship, through which a spike bowsprit passes.

knighthead

/ ˈnaɪtˌhɛd /

noun

1. nautical either of a pair of vertical supports for each side of the bowsprit

Word History and Origins

Origin of knighthead¹

First recorded in 1705–15; knight + head

Word History and Origins

Origin of knighthead¹

C18: originally decorated with carvings of knights' heads

Example Sentences

In a complaint filed in a New York state court in Manhattan, affiliates of Certares Management and Knighthead Capital Management accused Morgan Stanley of breach of contract and fraud for unlawfully restructuring a transaction in which they had invested in a loan to Brightline Holdings.

From Reuters

As part of a non-binding agreement, the funding would comprise a $400 million term loan from partners Delta and investment firms Certares Management and Knighthead Capital Management.

From Reuters

The former American football player retired in February after 23 seasons in the NFL, before entering a partnership with Knighthead Capital Management LLC.

From BBC

The seven-time Super Bowl champion has partnered with the club’s holding company, U.S.-based Knighthead Capital Management, and become chairman of a new advisory board.

From Washington Times

The seven-time Super Bowl champion has partnered with the club’s holding company, U.S.-based Knighthead Capital Management, and become chairman of a new advisory board.

From Seattle Times