noun
- the process of securing rope or cable by winding small cord around it at regular intervals
Usage: nautical
Examples
- The sailor spent the morning marling the rigging to prevent fraying.
- Proper marling techniques are essential for maintaining ship safety.
- The old rope showed signs of wear where the marling had come loose.
- He learned marling as part of his basic seamanship training.
- The marling held firm despite the rough weather at sea.