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hawser

 

[ ˈhɔːzər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

nautical term

A hawser is a thick rope or cable used for mooring or towing a ship.

Synonyms

cable, line, rope.

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Word Description / Examples
hawser

Hawser is used primarily in nautical settings for very thick ropes or cables used to tow or moor ships.

  • The ship was secured to the dock with a heavy hawser.
  • The hawser snapped under the strain of the storm.
rope

Rope is a general-term for a thick and strong cord made of twisted fibers or strands, used in many different situations.

  • The climber secured himself with a rope.
  • They used a rope to pull the car out of the ditch.
cable

Cable is often used in various settings such as nautical, construction, and communications. It refers to a thick and strong rope made of wire or fibers.

  • The bridge was supported by steel cables.
  • Submarine cables connect continents for telecommunications.
line

Line refers to thinner ropes used in a variety of contexts, often in nautical settings for sailing or fishing.

  • He cast his fishing line into the water.
  • The sailor tied the line to the mast.

Examples of usage

  • The sailors secured the ship to the dock with a hawser.
  • The hawser snapped under the strain of the heavy load.
Context #2 | Noun

figurative

In a figurative sense, a hawser can refer to something that provides strong support or guidance.

Synonyms

anchor, guidance, support.

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Word Description / Examples
hawser

Use in contexts involving maritime or heavy-duty contexts where strong ropes or cables are mentioned.

  • The ship was securely moored to the dock with a thick hawser.
  • The hawser snapped due to the immense pressure from the storm.
support

Refers to help or encouragement given in various contexts, such as emotional, financial, or structural assistance.

  • The charity provides support to homeless people.
  • Her unwavering support helped him through the difficult times.
guidance

Used when talking about advice or information aimed at resolving a problem or achieving a goal. It can be applied in educational, professional, or personal contexts.

  • The students received valuable guidance from their teacher before the exam.
  • She sought guidance on how to navigate her new role at work.
anchor

Commonly used in maritime settings to describe a heavy device dropped into the water to keep a vessel in place. Also used metaphorically to describe something that provides stability or security.

  • The captain ordered the crew to drop the anchor as they approached the shore.
  • He served as the anchor of the team, providing calm and stability during tough times.

Examples of usage

  • His friendship was the hawser that kept her afloat during tough times.
  • The hawser of tradition held the family together through generations.

Translations

Translations of the word "hawser" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cabo de amarração

🇮🇳 रस्सी

🇩🇪 Trosse

🇮🇩 tambang

🇺🇦 трос

🇵🇱 cum

🇯🇵 ホーサー

🇫🇷 aussière

🇪🇸 trenza

🇹🇷 halat

🇰🇷 호서

🇸🇦 حبل

🇨🇿 lano

🇸🇰 lano

🇨🇳 缆绳

🇸🇮 vrv

🇮🇸 trossa

🇰🇿 арқан

🇬🇪 თოკი

🇦🇿 kəndir

🇲🇽 trenza

Etymology

The word 'hawser' originated in the early 17th century from the Dutch word 'hauwser' which means a cable or rope used in the rigging of a ship. It has been an essential term in nautical vocabulary for centuries, symbolizing strength and security in maritime operations.

See also: hawsers.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,606, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.