outhaul

[ out-hawl ]

noun

, Nautical.

1. a rope used for hauling out a sail on a boom, yard, etc.

outhaul

/ ˈaʊtˌhɔːl /

noun

1. nautical a line or cable for tightening the foot of a sail by hauling the clew out along the boom or yard Alsoouthauler

Word History and Origins

Origin of outhaul¹

First recorded in 1830–40; out- + haul

Example Sentences

Mitt Romney has accused President Obama of presiding over a decline in US global power At its heart, the argument is largely about whether China has become the more dynamic and successful country and will outhaul the US within our lifetimes.

From BBC

Anyone who knows the difference between windward and leeward but not between a boom vang and an outhaul feels apprehensive.

From Time Magazine Archive

For, as a horse can pull more than it can carry, so a trailer pulled by a motor in a cab can outhaul a truck.

From Time Magazine Archive

"Man the foresail outhaul!" shouted Terrill, through his trumpet.

From Project Gutenberg

The outhaul was run out on the deck, and manned by all the hands that could get hold of it.

From Project Gutenberg