Definition of steeve

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Steeving (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Steev.

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Steeve :: Steeve (n.) The angle which a bowsprit makes with the horizon, or with the line of the vessel's keel; -- called also steeving..
Steeve :: Steeve (v. i.) To project upward, or make an angle with the horizon or with the line of a vessel's keel; -- said of the bowsprit, etc..
Steg :: Steeving (n.) See Steeve, n. (a)..
Steeve :: Steeve (v. t.) To elevate or fix at an angle with the horizon; -- said of the bowsprit, etc..
Steeving :: Steeving (n.) The act or practice of one who steeves.
Stevedore :: Steve (v. t.) To pack or stow, as cargo in a ship's hold. See Steeve..
Steeving :: Steeved (imp. & p. p.) of Steev.
Steeve :: Steeve (v. t.) To stow, as bales in a vessel's hold, by means of a steeve. See Steeve, n. (b)..
Steeving :: Steeve (n.) A spar, with a block at one end, used in stowing cotton bales, and similar kinds of cargo which need to be packed tightly..
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