FORESTAY
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Forestay.
Forestay - as a noun
An adjustable stay from the foremast to the deck or bowsprit; controls the bending of the mast
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
stay7Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Forestay - as a verb
To stay beforehand; secure or fasten with or as with a forestay.
To stay, delay, postpone, or hinder beforehand; forestall; prevent.
Example Sentences
"The forestay supports the mast of a sailboat."
"Jack tightened the forestay before the race."
"The forestay snapped under the pressure of the wind."
"The sailor attached the forestay to the bow of the boat."
"The forestay is an important structural component of a sailboat."
Word Game Points
Is FORESTAY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, forestay is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
FORESTAY has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is FORESTAY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, forestay is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordFORESTAY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is FORESTAY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, forestay is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordFORESTAY has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
