† wrung-head
erron. f. rung-head. Obs.
| 1711 W. Sutherland Shipbuild. Assist. 165 Wrung-heads, that part between the Floor-timber Head and second Foot⁓hook Heel, which, if a Ship lies on the Ground, bears the greatest Strain. [Hence in Rees' Cycl., Smyth Sailor's Word-bk., etc.] |