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Fore-and-aft rig

Definition: A sailing rig in which the sails are set along the length of the vessel, parallel to its fore and aft line.

Parts of Speech: noun

Sense 1:

Usage 1: The fore-and-aft rig is commonly used on small boats and yachts.

Example sentence 1: The sleek yacht sailed smoothly through the water with its fore-and-aft rig.

Example sentence 2: The sailor expertly trimmed the sails of the fore-and-aft rig to catch the wind.

Sense 2:

Usage 2: The fore-and-aft rig can also be seen on historic tall ships.

Example sentence 3: The majestic tall ship showcased its stunning fore-and-aft rig, evoking a sense of ancient maritime glory.

Example sentence 4: The crew climbed the rigging to unfurl the fore-and-aft sails of the historical ship.

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