(nautical) Any of the curved rib-like timbers that form the frame of a wooden ship.

plural of futtock

(nautical) A plate (usually metal) attached horizontally near the top of the lower mast of a square rigged ship in order to secure the topmast. Rigging runs both upwards (topmast rigging) and downwards (futtock shrouds) to maintain stability.

(nautical) Any of a set of ropes, wires or chains that brace the futtock plate from a band on the lower mast.

plural of futtock plate

plural of futtock shroud