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forestay

DEFINITIONS OF: forestay

1

n an adjustable stay from the foremast to the deck or bowsprit; controls the bending of the mast

Types:
mainstay
the forestay that braces the mainmast
Type of:
stay
(nautical) brace consisting of a heavy rope or wire cable used as a support for a mast or spar
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