Mainsail (Noun)
Meaning
The lowermost sail on the mainmast.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The crew carefully trimmed the mainsail to maximize the boat's speed.
- As the wind picked up, the captain ordered the mainsail to be reefed to prevent damage.
- The mainsail was fully raised, and the yacht began to move swiftly through the water.
- With the mainsail and jib in place, the sailboat was ready to set sail across the open sea.
- After inspecting the mainsail for any signs of wear, the sailor decided to replace it with a new one.