Headsail (Noun)
Meaning
Any sail set forward of the foremast of a vessel.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The crew struggled to raise the headsail in the strong gusts of wind that were blowing across the deck.
- As the boat heeled to port, the headsail filled with air and the vessel picked up speed.
- The captain ordered the crew to trim the headsail to maximize the boat's performance in the light breeze.
- The headsail was torn during the storm, leaving the crew to navigate the rest of the journey under reduced sail.
- The sailor carefully inspected the headsail for any signs of damage before setting off on the long voyage.