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Rarecathead
The correct spelling is cathead.
How to pronounce cathead
noun
Say it like: Cat-hee-d
The correct spelling is cathead. A heavy piece of timber projecting from each side of the bow of a ship for holding anchors which were fitted with a stock in position for letting go or for securing after weighing.
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Definition
noun
- 1.A heavy piece of timber projecting from each side of the bow of a ship for holding anchors which were fitted with a stock in position for letting go or for securing after weighing.
- 2.Similar rigging on the outside of a building.
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