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ratline in German

ratline in German

Webeleine
noun
(nautical) Any of the cross ropes between the shrouds, which form a net-like ropework, allowing sailors to climb up towards the top of the mast. [from 17th c.]
Webleine
noun
(nautical) Any of the cross ropes between the shrouds, which form a net-like ropework, allowing sailors to climb up towards the top of the mast. [from 17th c.]
Rattenlinie
noun
(historical, often, in plural) A system of escape routes for Nazis and other fascists fleeing Europe in the aftermath of World War II.
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