parrel
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noun \ˈpa-rəl\Definition of PARREL
: a rope loop or sliding collar by which a yard or spar is held to a mast in such a way that it may be hoisted or lowered
Variants of PARREL
par·rel or par·ral \ˈpa-rəl\
Origin of PARREL
Middle English perel, parelle, short for apparail apparel (rigging)
First Known Use: 15th century
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