The difference between Buntline and Clewline
When used as nouns, buntline means a type of revolver with an exceptionally long barrel, whereas clewline means outermost of the ropes with which a square sail is rolled up to the yard.
check bellow for the other definitions of Buntline and Clewline
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Buntline as a noun:
A type of revolver with an exceptionally long barrel.
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Buntline as a noun (nautical):
Any, except the outermost, of the ropes extending down to the deck with which a square sail is rolled up to the yard.
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Clewline as a noun (sailing):
Outermost of the ropes with which a square sail is rolled up to the yard