An extra strip of canvas secured below a bonnet (q.v.), further to increase the area of a course
An extra strip of canvas secured below a bonnet (q.v.), further to increase the area of a course
• (n.) A piece of canvas fastened by lacing to the bonnet of a sail, to give it a greater depth, or more drop.
Drab'bler noun (Nautical) A piece of canvas fastened by lacing to the bonnet of a sail, to give it a greater depth, or more drop.