hank

n. a coil or loop of rope, yarn, or string.

n. a coil or loop of something, especially twine, yarn, or rope, often sold as a specific length or weight.

“She bought a large hank of blue wool to knit a winter sweater.”

“The artisan carefully wound the hand-dyed silk into a hank, ensuring no tangles would form during the shipping process.”

Technical

n. a metal or plastic ring used to attach a sail to a wire on a boat.

n. a ring or shackle that secures a staysail to its stay, allowing the sail to glide smoothly up and down.

“The sailor checked each hank to make sure the sail would slide easily.”

“Before the race, the crew inspected every bronze hank on the jib to ensure they were not corroded by the salt spray.”

Technical