'Nettles' definitions:

Definition of 'Nettles'

From: GCIDE
  • Nettles \Net"tles\, n. pl. [See Knittle.] (Naut.) (a) The halves of yarns in the unlaid end of a rope twisted for pointing or grafting. (b) Small lines used to sling hammocks under the deck beams. (c) Reef points. [1913 Webster]