| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| belayers | secure (a rope) to a person or object |
| belayer | secure (a rope) to a person or object |
| belayers | to secure (as a rope) by turns around a cleat, pin, or bitt |
| belayer | to secure (as a rope) by turns around a cleat, pin, or bitt |
| triced | to haul up or in and lash or secure (as a sail) with a small rope |
| shackles | A metal link, typically U-shaped, closed by a bolt, used to secure a chain or rope to something |
| shackle | A metal link, typically U-shaped, closed by a bolt, used to secure a chain or rope to something |
| lifelines | A rope or line used for life-saving, typically one thrown to rescue someone in difficulties in water or one used by sailors to secure themselves to a boat |
