Earing

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1. Verb form

of Ear

2. Noun

A line used to fasten the upper corners of a sail to the yard or gaff; -- also called head earing.

3. Noun

A line for hauling the reef cringle to the yard; -- also called reef earing.

4. Noun

A line fastening the corners of an awning to the rigging or stanchions.

5. Noun

Coming into ear, as corn.

6. Noun

A plowing of land.
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