Nautical Term: Unbend

Definition of Unbend

1. To perform the action of releasing the knots on a rope or a cable used in nautical activities.

Example: During a storm at sea, the sailor was ordered to ‘unbend’ the mooring ropes, allowing the ship to ride out the storm more effectively.

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