gobline

noun3

1. •
   The outer extent of the gob (waste material) in an old mine.

   • At Mine C, the future tailgate entry was 184 ft away from the longwall gobline and under a cover depth of 900 ft. — 2002
2. •
   One of the ropes or chains serving as stays for the dolphin striker or the bowsprit.

   • The gobline helps prevent the tug from being tripped or capsized when working on a towline especially if the tug is being towed stern first. — 1986
3. •
   (India) Goblin.

   • The gobline tilted her head. — 2013