Nautical Term: Palm and needle

Definition of Palm and needle

Palm and needle is a maritime term that refers to a seaman’s specialized sewing outfit designed for heavy-duty repairs at sea. For instance, imagine a sailor mending a tear in the ship’s sails during a storm at sea. In this situation, the sailor would likely reach for his palm and needle sewing kit to efficiently and effectively make the necessary repairs to keep the ship and her crew safe.

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