| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| STAYS | Ropes for steadying masts |
| GUYING | Steadying with ropes |
| STAYS | Strong ropes used to support masts |
| shroud | one of the ropes supporting the masts of a ship |
| shrouds | one of the ropes supporting the masts of a ship |
| rigging | The system of ropes, cables, or chains employed to support a ship's masts (standing rigging) and to control or set the yards and sails (running rigging) |
