Category:Swifter

Swift"er, n. Etym: [cf. Swivel.] (naut.) (a) a rope used to retain the bars of the capstan in their sockets While men are turning it. (b) a rope used to encircle a boat longitudinally, to strengthen and Defend her sides. (c) the forward shroud of a lower mast.

Swifter Swift"er, v. t. (naut.)

Defn: to tighten, as slack standing rigging, by bringing the opposite Shrouds nearer.