2. Cordage or cables, made of this material.

Cois"tril (?), n. [Prob. from OF. coustillier groom or lad. Cf. Custrel.] 1. An inferior groom or lad employed by an esquire to carry the knight's arms and other necessaries. [Written also coistrel.]

The Gutenberg Webster's Unabridged Dictionary: Section C · 第 1309 / 2681 题