Lateen-rig (Noun)
Meaning
The rig on a lateen-rigged sailing vessel.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The xebec's lateen-rig allowed it to navigate the narrow channels of the Mediterranean with ease.
- A typical lateen-rig consists of a long yard mounted at a 45-degree angle to the mast.
- The ship's lateen-rig was an iconic feature of the Maltese maritime landscape.
- By using a lateen-rig, sailors could maximize their sailing area while minimizing the amount of space required on deck.
- In a lateen-rig, the sail is set on a yard that is parallel to the centerline of the ship, but at an angle to the mast.