staysail

• Vela triangular de proa, fixada em um cabo de aço (estai) que liga o mastro à proa ou a outro ponto do barco, usada para navegar contra o vento.

A fore-and-aft sail set on a stay, typically between two masts, used in sailing vessels.

1. Fore-and-aft sail on a stayC2formal

   A triangular or quadrilateral sail set on a stay, typically between two masts, used to improve a sailing vessel's performance and balance.

   Estai

   • The crew hoisted the staysail to catch the wind from the side.
   • During the storm, they relied on the staysail for better control.
   • The staysail was carefully trimmed to maximize speed.