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cap·stan-swifter
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capstan-swifter
A rope passed horizontally through notches in the outer ends of the bars, and drawn very tight: the intent is to steady the men as they walk round when the ship rolls, and to give room for a greater number to assist, by manning the swifters both within and without.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of capstan-swifter in Chaldean Numerology is: 9
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of capstan-swifter in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3
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