Kedging is a term used in sailing, which refers to the act of using a small anchor or weight to maneuver a vessel in a tight space or in a situation where the wind or current is not favorable. There are several synonyms for kedging, including warping, towing, hawsering, and heaving. Warping is the process of using a rope to move a vessel along a canal or through a lock, while towing involves using a larger vessel to pull a smaller one. Hawsering and heaving both refer to the act of using a heavy rope or cable to move a vessel. Whatever the method, kedging is an essential skill for any sailor and can make all the difference in tight situations.