headfast

ˈhɛdˌfæst
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nautical

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mooring line securing the bow to a wharf
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Bugleine
  • Ensure the headfast is tight against the wharf.Stellen Sie sicher, dass die Bugleine fest am Kai anliegt.
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Examples of headfast in a sentence

  • They adjusted the headfast to secure the vessel.

Translations of "headfast" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Festmacherleine

Proper maintenance of the headfast prolongs its lifespan and enhances safety.

Die ordnungsgemäße Wartung der Festmacherleine verlängert deren Lebensdauer und erhöht die Sicherheit.

During the storm, the headfast held tight, preventing the ship from breaking free.

Während des Sturms hielt die Festmacherleine fest und verhinderte, dass das Schiff losbrach.

A frayed headfast can lead to dangerous situations when mooring a large vessel.

Eine ausgefranste Festmacherleine kann beim Festmachen eines großen Schiffes zu gefährlichen Situationen führen.

A strong headfast is essential to prevent the vessel from drifting in storms.

Eine starke Festmacherleine ist entscheidend, um zu verhindern, dass das Schiff bei Stürmen abtreibt.

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headfast: Examples and translations in context

In choppy waters, a reliable headfast is crucial for keeping the ship secured.

Bei aufgewühlter See ist eine zuverlässige Festmacherleine entscheidend, um das Schiff gesichert zu halten.

The crew checked the headfast before departing to guarantee safe mooring later.

Die Besatzung überprüfte die Festmacherleine vor dem Auslaufen, um später ein sicheres Festmachen zu gewährleisten.

She always checked the headfast first before embarking on a voyage.

Sie überprüft immer zuerst die Festmacherleine, bevor sie zu einer Reise aufbricht.

The boat remained secure thanks to the sturdy headfast attached to the pier.

Das Boot blieb dank der robusten Festmacherleine, die am Pier angebracht war, sicher.

Mooring the ship was easier because the headfast was so well-made.

Das Anlegen des Schiffes war einfacher, weil die Festmacherleine so gut gemacht war.

The captain secured the headfast to keep the ship steady at the dock.

Der Kapitän sicherte die Festmacherleine, um das Schiff am Kai stabil zu halten.

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