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v. i.
To project upward, or make an angle with the horizon or with the line of a vessel's keel; -- said of the bowsprit, etc.
n.
The angle which a bowsprit makes with the horizon, or with the line of the vessel's keel; -- called also steeving.
v. t.
To pack or stow, as cargo in a ship's hold. See Steeve.
p. pr. & vb. n.
of Steeve
imp. & p. p.
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v. t.
To elevate or fix at an angle with the horizon; -- said of the bowsprit, etc.
n.
The act or practice of one who steeves.
v. t.
To stow, as bales in a vessel's hold, by means of a steeve. See Steeve, n. (b).
n.
See Steeve, n. (a).
n.
A spar, with a block at one end, used in stowing cotton bales, and similar kinds of cargo which need to be packed tightly.
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