foretopsail

[US]/[ˈfɔː.rəˌtɒpˌseɪl]/
[UK]/[ˈfɔːr.əˌtɑːpˌseɪl]/

Translation

n.The foremost of the three largest sails on a square-rigged ship.; A sail set on the foremast of a square-rigged ship.

Phrases & Collocations

foretopsail ripped

setting foretopsail

damaged foretopsail

repairing foretopsail

foretopsail aloft

furling foretopsail

new foretopsail

loose foretopsail

reefing foretopsail

hoisting foretopsail

Example Sentences

the ship's foretopsail was ripped to shreds during the storm.

he skillfully adjusted the foretopsail to catch the wind.

the crew worked tirelessly to mend the damaged foretopsail.

a new foretopsail was ordered to replace the old, weathered one.

the foretopsail provided crucial power for the sailing vessel.

they carefully furled the foretopsail before entering the harbor.

the bright red foretopsail stood out against the blue sky.

the captain inspected the foretopsail for any signs of wear.

the strong wind filled the foretopsail, propelling the ship forward.

repairing the foretopsail was a priority after the voyage.

the foretopsail's area maximized the ship's wind-catching ability.

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