gasket

Definition

A length of rope or canvas band used for reefing a sail, or holding a stowed sail in place.

Etymology

Perhaps from Middle French garcette (“gasket”), from Old French garce (“young woman”), feminization of garçon.

Example Sentences

• "Three major types of oil-pan gaskets are available: cork/ neoprene composition, neoprene and Hypalon Duraprene. Most professionals prefer cork/neoprene gaskets because the oil-pan bolts seem to lose their torque with the others."