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fore-and-aft topsail

/ˈfɔːr ənd æft ˈtɒpseɪl/

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/ˈfɔːr ənd æft ˈtɒpseɪl/formalobsolete
  • ruИсторический тип паруса, устанавливаемый на косом вооружении, обычно над гафелем или гиком, использовавшийся на старых парусных судах. Этот термин в значительной степени устарел в современном морском контексте.

A historical type of sail set on a fore-and-aft rig, typically above a gaff or boom, used on older sailing vessels. This term is largely obsolete in modern nautical contexts.

  1. Nautical sail typeC2formal

    A triangular or quadrilateral sail set above the gaff or boom on a fore-and-aft rigged vessel, used to increase sail area and improve performance.

    ruПередний косой топсель

    • The crew hoisted the fore-and-aft topsail to catch the light breeze.
    • On a schooner, the fore-and-aft topsail is crucial for maneuvering.
    • The fore-and-aft topsail was damaged during the storm.