Definition of Clubhauling

1. Noun. (context: nautical) A risky maneuver whereby a sail-boat tacks (turns sharply into the wind) by dropping one of the front anchors, the intent being to snag the anchor on the seabed and use the ship's momentum to swing it around faster than could otherwise be accomplished; it is essentially a nautical handbrake turn. ¹

2. Verb. (present participle of clubhaul) ¹

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Definition of Clubhauling

1. clubhaul [v] - See also: clubhaul

Lexicographical Neighbors of Clubhauling

clubfaces
clubfeet
clubfist
clubfisted
clubfists
clubfooted
clubfootedness
clubgoer
clubgoers
clubgoing
clubhands
clubhaul
clubhauled
clubhauling (current term)
clubhauls
clubhead
clubheads
clubhouse
clubhouses
clubland
clublands
clubless
clublike
clubmaker
clubmakers
clubman
clubmate
clubmates

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