noun
- a rope sewn along the edge of a sail to strengthen and protect it
Usage: nautical; also spelled bolt-rope
Examples
- The boltrope on the mainsail was reinforced with extra stitching.
- Sailors inspected the boltrope for signs of wear and tear.
- The boltrope runs along the perimeter of every sail on the ship.
- A damaged boltrope can compromise the integrity of the entire sail.