What's the difference between atrip and aweigh?

Atrip


Definition:

  • (adv.) Just hove clear of the ground; -- said of the anchor.
  • (adv.) Sheeted home, hoisted taut up and ready for trimming; -- said of sails.
  • (adv.) Hoisted up and ready to be swayed across; -- said of yards.

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Aweigh


Definition:

  • (adv.) Just drawn out of the ground, and hanging perpendicularly; atrip; -- said of the anchor.

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