in the sea language, doublings in a rope or cable, when handed in and out, so that it does not run easy; or when any rope makes turns or twists, and does not run free in the block, then it is said to make kenks.

KENNING to a Terce, in Scots law, the dividing or setting off that part of the husband's estate to his relict which he is entitled to inherit after his death. See Terce.