1. n. & v. Naut.
--n. the angle of the bowsprit in relation to the horizontal.
--v.
1. intr. (of a bowsprit) make an angle with the horizontal.
2 tr. cause (the bowsprit) to do this.
Etymology: 17th c.: orig. unkn. 2. n. & v. Naut.
--n. a long spar used in stowing cargo.
--v.tr. stow with a steeve.
Etymology: ME f. OF estiver or Sp. estivar f. L stipare pack tight