Hist. 1. A device for punishment at sea consisting of a board with holes that secure an offender's hand and feet 2. An iron bar with sliding shackles for confining the ankles of prisoners, esp. on shipboard.

Doesn't sound too bad. "Um, excuse me, Mr. Grizzly Pirate Sir? My arms are asleep. It's rather uncomfortable."


Black's Law Dictionary

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