hank
Pronunciation:
/hæŋk/noun
Definitions
A coil or loop of something, especially twine, yarn, or rope.
A ring or shackle that secures a staysail to its stay and allows the sail to glide smoothly up and down.
Doubt, difficulty.
Mess, tangle.
verb
Definitions
To form into hanks.
To fasten with a rope, as a gate.