jaaglijn

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Dutch

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Etymology

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From jagen (to tow) +‎ lijn (line).

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈjaːx.lɛi̯n/
  • Audio:(file)
  • Hyphenation: jaag‧lijn

Noun

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jaaglijn m or f (plural jaaglijnen, diminutive jaaglijntje n)

  1. tow-line; a rope used to pull a trekschuit or other vessel.
    Synonym: jaagtouw