ALL meanings of downhaul
down·haul
D d - noun downhaul A rope used for hauling down a sail, spar, etc., especially in order to control a sail’s shape. 1
- noun downhaul any of various lines for pulling down a sail or a yard, as for securing in a lowered position when not in use. 1
- noun downhaul (nautical) Any rope used to haul down a sail or spar. 0
- noun downhaul a line for hauling down a sail or for increasing the tension at its luff 0
- noun downhaul a rope, wire, or tackle for hauling something down, as a sail 0