Brocked is a slang term, reportedly originating from the Royal New Zealand Airforce, that refers to the act of another aircrew member secretly and sneakily taking away ones allocated flying time or duty.
Backstay
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A rope or stay extending from the masthead to the side of aship, slanting a little aft, to assist the shrouds in supporting themast. [ Often used in the plural.]
Backstay meaning & definition 1 of Backstay.
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A stay on a sailing ship leading downwards and aft from the top or upper part of a mast.
Backstay meaning & definition 2 of Backstay.
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Backstay in Yachting. The rigging that stops the mast from moving forward. It stretches from the top of the mast to the stern.
Backstay meaning & definition 3 of Backstay.
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