Definition of earing

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Earing (n.) A line used to fasten the upper corners of a sail to the yard or gaff; -- also called head earing.

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Titled :: Titled (a.) Having or bearing a title.
Castanea :: Castanea (n.) A genus of nut-bearing trees or shrubs including the chestnut and chinquapin.
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