Cringle

Pronunciation: /ˈkrɪŋɡəl/

Definitions of cringle

noun a small hole or ring in the edge or corner of a sail to which a rope is attached

Example Sentences

A1 I tied a cringle around the handle to make it easier to carry.

A2 The sailboat's cringle was used to attach the sail to the mast.

B1 The cringle on the flag was torn, so we had to replace it.

B2 The sailor expertly threaded the rope through the cringle to secure the sail.

C1 The intricate design of the cringle on the ship's rigging was a marvel to behold.

C2 The cringle on the sail was meticulously inspected before setting out on the voyage.

Examples of cringle in a Sentence

formal The sailor expertly tied the cringle to secure the sail to the mast.

informal Can you help me with this cringle? I'm not sure how to tie it correctly.

slang I really need to get my cringle game on point before the next sailing trip.

figurative The cringle of responsibility weighed heavily on his mind as he made the difficult decision.

Grammatical Forms of cringle

• past tense: cringled
• plural: cringles
• comparative: more cringle
• superlative: most cringle
• present tense: cringles
• future tense: will cringle
• perfect tense: have cringled
• continuous tense: is cringling
• singular: cringle
• positive degree: cringle
• infinitive: to cringle
• gerund: cringling
• participle: cringled

Origin and Evolution of cringle

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Middle Low German

Story behind the word: The word 'cringle' originated from Middle Low German 'kringel' meaning 'ring' or 'circle'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'cringle' evolved to refer to a small metal ring or grommet used on sails and rigging to attach lines or secure the sail. It has also been used to describe a small rope loop used for various purposes on a ship.