nettling

Verb

  • Present participle of nettle

Noun

  • A process, resembling splicing, by which two ropes are joined so as to form one rope.
  • The process of tying together the ends of yarns in pairs, to prevent tangling.
  • The process of stinging somebody with nettles.

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