The word “cringle” has a couple of meanings:
1. In nautical terminology, a cringle is a loop or eyelet, typically made from rope or other material, that is used to secure a sail or rigging to a spar or other structure on a boat.
2. In a more general sense, cringle can refer to a small loop or fastening, often one that is part of a larger structure or system.
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