Steeve(n.) The angle which a bowsprit makes with the horizon, or with the line of the vessel's keel; -- called also steeving.
Steeve(n.) A spar, with a block at one end, used in stowing cotton bales, and similar kinds of cargo which need to be packed tightly.
Steeve(v. i.) To project upward, or make an angle with the horizon or with the line of a vessel's keel; -- said of the bowsprit, etc.
Steeve(v. t.) To elevate or fix at an angle with the horizon; -- said of the bowsprit, etc.
Steeve(v. t.) To stow, as bales in a vessel's hold, by means of a steeve. See Steeve, n. (b).
Steeved(imp. & p. p.) of Steeve
Steeving(n.) The act or practice of one who steeves.
Steeving(n.) See Steeve, n. (a).
Steeving(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Steeve
Words within steeve