Sailcloth (Noun)
Meaning
A strong fabric (such as cotton canvas) used for making sails and tents.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The traditional sailing vessel was equipped with hand-stitched sailcloth that had been strengthened with rows of running stitches.
- A waterproof and mildew-resistant treatment was applied to the sailcloth before the sail was fitted to the mast.
- The outdoor clothing company used a special type of sailcloth to make their waterproof jackets.
- During World War II, sailors wore durable work jackets made from heavy-duty sailcloth.
- After inspecting the torn sail, the crew ordered a large swatch of reinforced sailcloth to repair it.