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harpoon line

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun harpoon line has 1 sense
  1. harpoon line - a strong rope for making the catch fast to the harpooner's boat
    --1 is a kind of
    rope
    --1 is a part of harpoon

Definitions from the Web

Term: Harpoon Line

Description:

A harpoon line refers to a strong and sturdy rope, typically made of durable materials such as nylon or polypropylene, that is used in conjunction with a harpoon for hunting or catching large marine animals, particularly whales or large fish. It serves as a vital connection between the harpoon and the hunter, enabling the capture or retrieval of the target.

Sample Sentences:

  • The whaling ship's crew carefully attached a harpoon line to the massive harpoon, preparing for the capture of a sperm whale.
  • The harpoon line snapped under the enormous strain as the fisherman struggled to reel in the gigantic marlin.
  • She skillfully threw the harpoon, ensuring the attached harpoon line would secure the wounded shark before attempting to haul it aboard.

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