jaaglijn

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Dutch[edit]

Etymology[edit]

From jagen (“to tow”) +‎ lijn (“line”).

Pronunciation[edit]

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

Noun[edit]

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

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