Marlinspike ( /ˈmÉ'rlɨnspaɪk/; sometimes marlin spike, marlinespike, or the archaic marlingspike/marling-spike) is a tool used in ropework for tasks such as unlaying rope for splicing, untying knots, ...
MARLINSPIKE: A tool for opening the strands of a rope while splicing.
MAST: A spar set upright from the deck to support rigging and sails.
Marlinspike- A pointed instrument used in splicing.
Mast- The vertical spar or pole supportiung boom and sails.
Mayday- From the French m'aidez, a distress signal.
Marlinspike
A tool for opening the strands of a rope while splicing.
Midship ...
MARLINSPIKE - A tool for opening the strands of a rope while splicing.
MAST - A spar set upright to support rigging and sails.
MIDSHIP - Approximately in the location equally distant from the bow and stern.
Marlinspike - Pointed tool used for line work, for opening line strands for splicing, and especially for prying tight knots apart.
Marlinspike Sailor - One who is adept at splicing, knotting, and working with line and canvas.
Marlinspike: Pointed iron implement used in separating the strands of rope in splicing, marling, etc.
Maroon: To put a person ashore with no means of returning.
Hervey Garrett Smith was the foremost marine illustrator of the 1950s and 1960s, and his wonderful drawings of traditional ropework quickly propelled The Marlinspike Sailor to cult classic status when it was published in 1956.
Marlinspike: A tool for opening the strands of a rope while splicing.
Mast: A large wooden pole used to hold up the sails.
Measured mile: A course marked by buoys or ranges measuring one nautical mile.
MAKING WATER - Vessel leaking.
MARLINSPIKE - A tool for opening the strands of a rope while splicing.
MAYDAY - Internationally spoken distress signal.
MIDSHIP - Approximately in the location equally distant from the bow and stern.
Nobody is born an expert boater, but by knowing small boat seamanship - the art of boat handling, and marlinspike seamanship - the art of line handling, you can become the master of your boat.
Take on board a canvas bag with a marlinspike knife, screwdriver, pliers, duct tape, small line, a few spare shackles, tack pins, and a small first aid kit, along with sunscreen and chapstick.
Navigation Tools. Wristwatch and compass.
 See also: Sailing, Anchor, Secure, Mooring, Rope
  
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