swifter

Etymology 2
Compare.

Noun

 * 1)  A rope used to retain the bars of the capstan in their sockets while it is being turned.
 * 2)  A rope used to encircle a boat longitudinally, to strengthen and defend her sides.
 * 3)  The forward shroud of a lower mast.

Verb

 * 1)  To tighten (e.g. slack standing rigging) by bringing the opposite shrouds nearer.