(1):
(n.) A line used to fasten the upper corners of a sail to the yard or gaff; - also called head earing.
(2):
(n.) A line fastening the corners of an awning to the rigging or stanchions.
(3):
(n.) Coming into ear, as corn.
(4):
(n.) A line for hauling the reef cringle to the yard; - also called reef earing.
(5):
(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Ear
(6):
(n.) A plowing of land.