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reesetee commented on the word masthead knot
Also called the jury mast knot, this knot is used, surprisingly enough, for rigging a jury mast by placing the center of the knot over the masthead. The knot can also be used as a jar sling, with the bights (loops) serving as handles.
January 11, 2008