Cringle has 3 different meanings across 1 category:
Noun
Noun
1
fastener consisting of a metal ring for lining a small hole to permit the attachment of cords or lines
2
A short piece of rope, arranged as a grommet around a metal ring, used to attach tackle to a sail etc.
Verb
1
To fasten or attach with a cringle.
Broader Terms (hypernyms)