Shear-legs - definition, transcription

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Amer.  |ˈʃɪəleɡz|
Brit.  |ˈʃɪəleɡz|

noun

- (nautical) A form of derrick, consisting of three poles and a block and tackle, used to hoist and lower heavy weights, especially the masts of sailing ships.
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