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Square-rigged

Definition

adjective

Referring to a sailing ship or its sails that are rigged with square sails.

Senses

1. Popular Sense

   Denoting a style of sailing ship rigging in which square sails are used.

   Example sentence: The square-rigged ship gracefully glided across the ocean, its white sails billowing in the wind.

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2. Local Sense

   Pertaining to a specific region or community.

   Example sentence: The square-rigged dialect spoken in that village is unique and mesmerizing.

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