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Thread #22626 Message #3953502
Posted By: GUEST,Bob Coltman
28-Sep-18 - 06:44 PM
Thread Name: Lyr Req: The East India Man
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: The East India Man
Other possible meanings:
A "rouse" can also be a mighty shout, as when hauling.
"Dousing" can mean wetting the sails plentifully with water to make them take the wind better.
Bob