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Splicing the main brace was a reference to fixing the main brace of the sail that had broken, usually in a storm or battle. It was hard and dangerous work to splice ropes, some up to 5 inches in diameter, in such a situation. It became typical to reward the sailors with an extra grog ration.
In today's Navy it refers to an opportunity to get a drink. "I'm going ashore to splice the main brace."
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What is brace a collective noun for?
The noun 'brace' is used as a collective noun for:a brace of deer (2)a brace of bucks (2)a brace of dogs (2)a brace of hounds (2)a brace of ducksa brace of partridgesa brace of pheasantsa brace of geldingsa brace of dentistsa brace of orthodontistsa brace of orthopedistsa brace of sheiksa brace of stagehandsa brace of pistols
What is another word for brace or splint?
Support could be another word for brace or splint.
What is a synonym for couple?
pair, two, brace, duo, twosome
What does main idea mean?
what the whole story is about that is what main idea mean.
When to use brackets in a sentence and why?
A heavy piece of wood was obtained to brace the disabled door
How do you splicing the rope in the ship?
Brace yourself in place and splice away.
What does splice mean in Japaneses?
splice is supuraisu
Can service ground have a splice?
The main ground should not have a splice to ensure continuity of the ground. The reality is that this is done in some cases. If the splice should loosen or be intermittent you will create a shock hazard.
What are the main health benefits of a tennis elbow brace?
The main health benefit of using a tennis elbow brace is that is offers support and protection to the elbow area. These braces often offer compression to the area.
What is the main advantage of Luque rods?
The main advantage is that the patient may not need to wear a cast or brace after the procedure.
How do you splice thermocouple wire?
One splice that would work is a western splice.
What is brace a collective noun for?
The noun 'brace' is used as a collective noun for:a brace of deer (2)a brace of bucks (2)a brace of dogs (2)a brace of hounds (2)a brace of ducksa brace of partridgesa brace of pheasantsa brace of geldingsa brace of dentistsa brace of orthodontistsa brace of orthopedistsa brace of sheiksa brace of stagehandsa brace of pistols
What different types of splices are there?
The long splice, the short splice, the end splice, and the eye splice are probably the most commonly used types.
What does ' score a brace' mean?
It means to score two goals.
What is the difference between a long splice and a short splice?
A short splice will nearly double the diameter of the material, but will be shorter in length and not as strong as a long splice.
How do you splice PCV piping on a Cast Iron main drain at sewer end?
A rubber Fernco or Clamp All
What does the term - wire splice - mean?
A wire splice is the joining of two or more wires together. Commonly this is done with an approved wire joining nut. All slices are to be made in junction boxes to prevent fire should the wire splice become unserviceable.
