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Associations to the word «Forestay»

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FORESTAY, noun. (nautical) A stay that extends from the top of the foremast to the bow or bowsprit of a sailing ship

FORESTAY, verb. (transitive) To stay beforehand; secure or fasten with or as with a forestay.

FORESTAY, verb. (transitive) To stay, delay, postpone, or hinder beforehand; forestall; prevent.

Dictionary definition

FORESTAY, noun. An adjustable stay from the foremast to the deck or bowsprit; controls the bending of the mast.

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