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Gaffsail (Noun)

Meaning

A quadrilateral fore-and-aft sail suspended from a gaff.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

  • The gaffsail on the old sailing ship was worn and needed to be replaced.
  • As the crew raised the gaffsail, the boat heeled sharply to port.
  • The captain ordered the crew to lower the gaffsail and take in the jib.
  • The gaffsail was a key component of the schooner's sail plan.
  • In heavy winds, the gaffsail was often reefed to prevent it from being torn.

Synonyms

  • Gaff-headed Sail
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