Meaning of the word fid in English
What does fid mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
fid
US /fɪd/
UK /fɪd/
Noun
a conical wooden or metal tool used by sailors for opening the strands of a rope prior to splicing
Example:
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The sailor used a fid to separate the rope strands for splicing.
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He carefully worked the fid into the tightly woven rope.