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FORE STAYSAIL

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Fore Staysail.

Fore Staysail - as a noun

The innermost jib (just ahead of the foremast) on a large square-rigged ship.

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fore-topmast staysail

Example Sentences

"The fore staysail is a small triangular sail that is set between the foretopmast staysail and the jib."
"We decided to hoist the fore staysail to increase our speed in the light winds."
"The crew trimmed the fore staysail to optimize our sailing performance."
"During the storm, the fore staysail ripped due to the strong gusts of wind."
"The skipper ordered the crew to furl the fore staysail to reduce sail area."
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