seizing
nounA binding of multiple turns of thread or light line around a rope end to keep it from unlaying.
nounThe lighter line so used.
nounThe act of taking hold or possession.
nounNautical, the operation of fastening, binding, or lashing with several turns of a cord, or the fastening so made; also, the cord used for that purpose; seizing-stuff. See also cut under
The act of taking or grasping suddenly.
nounThe operation of fastening together or lashing.
nounThe cord or lashing used for such fastening.
nouna type of
Present participle of
