| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| unlays | to untwist (a rope) in order to separate its strands |
| unlaid | to untwist (a rope) in order to separate its strands |
| unlay | to untwist (a rope) in order to separate its strands |
| unlaying | Untwist (a rope) into separate strands |
| marlinspike | A pointed metal tool used by sailors to separate strands of rope or wire, esp. in splicing |
| marlinspikes | A pointed metal tool used by sailors to separate strands of rope or wire, esp. in splicing |
| marlinespikes | A pointed metal tool used by sailors to separate strands of rope or wire, esp. in splicing |
