heave-ho

IPA(Pronunciation)

Interjection

An exclamation used when pulling, especially by sailors while pulling on a rope.

Japanese Meaning

引っ張る際に使われる掛け声。特に船員がロープを引くときに発する「ヒーブホー」という掛け声を指す。

The captain shouted 'heave-ho' and the crew leaned back, pulling the rope in unison.

船長が「よいしょ！」と叫ぶと、乗組員たちは息を合わせてロープを引き上げた。

Sense（1）

An exclamation used when pulling, especially by sailors while pulling on a rope.

Heave ho! up they hoisted their prize, dripping with moisture, and festooned with verdant water-moss.