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(1):

(n.) The forward shroud of a lower mast.

(2):

(n.) A rope used to retain the bars of the capstan in their sockets while men are turning it.

(3):

(v. t.) To tighten, as slack standing rigging, by bringing the opposite shrouds nearer.

(4):

(n.) A rope used to encircle a boat longitudinally, to strengthen and defend her sides.

Bibliography Information
Webster, Noah. Entry for 'Swifter'. Noah Webster's American Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​web/​s/swifter.html. 1828.
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