Defn: One who, or that which, deadens or checks.
DEAD-EYE
Dead"-eye`, n. (Naut.)
Defn: A round, flattish, wooden block, encircled by a rope, or an iron band, and pierced with three holes to receive the lanyard; — used to extend the shrouds and stays, and for other purposes. Called also deadman's eye. Totten.
DEADHEAD
Dead"head`, n.
1. One who receives free tickets for theaters, public conveyances, etc. [Colloq. U. S.]
2. (Naut.)
Defn: A buoy. See under Dead, a.
DEADHEARTED; DEAD-HEARTED
Dead"*heart`ed, a.
Defn: Having a dull, faint heart; spiritless; listless.
— Dead"*heart`ed*ness, n. Bp. Hall.
DEADHOUSE
Dead"house`, n.