fid
Sailor's splicing tool
A fid is a conical wooden or metal tool used in splicing rope, helping to separate strands so new line can be woven through.
In sailing and rigging work, fids are essential equipment: He grabbed the fid to splice the mooring line.
The term also refers to a wooden or metal bar used to support a topmast.
marlinspike
Pointed tool for splicing
cordage · splice · knotting · sailmaker · halyard · shroud · lanyard · seizing · whipping · canvas
fastener
Secures things together
wedge · bar · secure · slot · hole · block · insert · wooden · attachment
- fiddle withAdjust idly or nervously
- fit as a fiddleIn excellent physical condition
- second fiddleSubordinate position or role
- play second fiddleOccupy secondary rank
- fidget spinnerPalm-sized rotating distraction
- high fidelityAccurate sound reproduction
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