forestay

• Существительное, обозначающее регулируемый штаг на парусном судне, который проходит от фок-мачты до палубы или бушприта и используется для контроля изгиба мачты.

A noun referring to an adjustable stay on a sailing vessel that runs from the foremast to the deck or bowsprit, used to control the bending of the mast.

1. Nautical rigging componentC2formal

   A strong, adjustable cable or rope that runs from the upper part of the foremast down to the deck or bowsprit, used to support the mast and control its forward bend.

   Морская такелажная деталь

   • The sailor tightened the forestay to reduce the mast's bend.
   • A broken forestay can cause the foremast to collapse.
   • Before setting sail, always check the tension on the forestay.