to sling cargo

  • 101burtoning — ˈbərt(ə)niŋ noun ( s) Etymology: burton (I) + ing : a system of handling a ship s cargo by means of a sling rigging between two derricks or masts …

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  • 102slingboard — ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun Etymology: sling (V) : a strong wood floor to which ropes are attached at the corners so that it can be lifted by a ship s winch in handling cargo …

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