FORESAIL


Meaning of FORESAIL in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈfȯr-ˌsāl, -səl ]

noun

Date: 15th century

1. : the lowest sail set on the foremast of a square-rigged ship or schooner — see sail illustration

2. : the sole or principal headsail (as of a sloop, cutter, or schooner)

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