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riding sail
noun
, Nautical.
- a triangular sail set on the aftermost mast of a vessel, especially a fishing vessel, to head it into the wind; trysail.
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Example Sentences
Balance-reef it––maybe take it in altogether––and the jib with it, and get out the riding-sail.
From Project Gutenberg
The big sails were lowered and only a riding sail spread to keep the Hattie G. on an even keel.
From Project Gutenberg
The anchor came up with a sob, and the riding-sail bellied as Troop steadied her at the wheel.
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