riding sail en · NOUN
Etymology
So called because it was devised for keeping the vessel's head to the sea when riding at anchor.
Meanings
- A triangular sail.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| riding sails | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Words, grammatical forms and meanings linked to the ontology.
So called because it was devised for keeping the vessel's head to the sea when riding at anchor.
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| riding sails | Number=Plur | lexicographic |