Pronunciation : Frap
Part of Speech : v.
Etymology : [Cf. F. frapper to strike, to seize ropes. Cf. Affrap.]
Definition : 1. (Naut.)
Defn: To draw together; to bind with a view to secure and strengthen, as a vessel by passing cables around it; to tighten; as a tackle by drawing the lines together. Tottem.
2. To brace by drawing together, as the cords of a drum. Knoght.
t. [imp. & p. p. Frapped; p. pr. & vb. n. Frapping.]
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913