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For a selection of basic naval terms, see the log and report glossary.

Results: gypsy

gypsy
nautical:  A small auxiliary drum usually fitted on one or both ends of a winch or windlass. The usual method of hauling in or slacking off on ropes with the aid of a gypsy is to take one or more turns with the bight of the rope around the drum and to take in or pay out the slack of the free end.