GYN. A three-legged machine fitted with a windlass, heaving in the fall from a purchase-block at the summit, much used on shore for mounting and dismounting guns, driving piles, &c. (See [Gibraltar Gyn].)
GYP. A strong gasp for breath, like a fish just taken out of the water.
GYVER. An old term for blocks or pulleys.
GYVES. Fetters; the old word for handcuffs.
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HAAF. Cod, ling, or tusk deep-sea fisheries of the Shetland and Orkney islanders.
HAAF-BOAT. One fitted for deep-water fishing.
HAAFURES. A northern term for fishermen's lines.
HAAK. See [Hake].