tacking

• Nom désignant deux sens distincts : en couture, il s'agit d'un point libre et temporaire utilisé pour maintenir ensemble les épaisseurs de tissu ; en navigation, c'est l'action de changer la direction d'un navire en faisant passer son étrave face au vent.

A noun with two distinct meanings: in sewing, it refers to a loose temporary stitch used to hold layers of fabric together; in nautical contexts, it refers to the act of changing a vessel's course by turning its bow through the wind.

1. Temporary sewing stitchB2formal

   A loose, temporary stitch used to hold layers of fabric together before final sewing.

   faufilage

   • She used tacking to hold the hem in place before sewing it permanently.
   • The tailor removed the tacking stitches after the final seam was sewn.
   • Tacking is essential for aligning patterns on delicate fabrics.

   Synonymestack

2. Nautical maneuverB2formal

   The act of changing a sailing vessel's direction by turning its bow through the wind.

   virement de bord

   • The crew performed a smooth tacking to avoid the rocks.
   • Tacking is a fundamental skill for any sailor.
   • They spent the afternoon tacking back and forth across the bay.

• Verbe désignant l'action de fixer quelque chose avec un petit clou ou une épingle, ou encore l'action de changer de direction, notamment en navigation à voile ou dans le déroulement d'une action.

A verb used to indicate the act of fastening something with a small nail or pin, or changing direction in sailing or in a course of action.

1. Fasten with tacksB1formal

   To attach or secure something using small, sharp nails or pins.

   Fixer avec des punaises

   • She tacked the poster to the bulletin board.
   • He tacked the carpet down to prevent it from slipping.
   • The carpenter tacked the fabric onto the frame.

   Synonymesaffixattachfastenpinsecure

2. Turn into the windB2formal

   To change a sailing vessel's direction so that the bow points into the wind, often to change course.

   Virer de bord (par le vent)

   • The captain ordered the crew to tack to avoid the storm.
   • They tacked the boat sharply to catch the wind.
   • The sailor tacked repeatedly to navigate the narrow channel.

   Synonymesbeatchange coursecome aboutgo about

3. Create by assembling componentsB2formal

   To construct or build something by putting parts or members together.

   Assembler, construire par assemblage

   • The team tacked together a prototype from spare parts.
   • She tacked a simple shelf using wood and nails.
   • They tacked a makeshift shelter from branches and leaves.

   Synonymesassemblepieceput togetherset uptack together

4. Sew loosely with large stitchesB2formal

   To join pieces of fabric temporarily using long, loose stitches.

   Bâtir (en couture)

   • She tacked the hem before sewing it permanently.
   • The tailor tacked the sleeves to check the fit.
   • He tacked the patch onto the torn jeans.

   Synonymesbaste

5. Fix to; attachB1formal

   To attach or add something to another object or surface.

   Fixer par points

   • He tacked a note to the door with a pin.
   • She tacked the ribbon onto the gift box.
   • The artist tacked the canvas to the wall.

   Synonymesaffixattachfastenfixpinsecurestaple

   Antonymesdetachremove

6. Reverse direction or approachB2formal

   To change one's course of action, attitude, or strategy.

   Changer de cap

   • The politician tacked to a more moderate stance after the backlash.
   • The company tacked its marketing strategy to appeal to younger audiences.
   • He tacked his approach to the problem after the initial failure.

   Synonymesalterchange coursepivotreorientshiftswitchturn aroundveerzigzag

   Antonymescontinuepersistremainstay

Variantes phrasaltack on