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Square-Rigger

Description:

A square-rigger refers to a type of sailing ship characterized by square-rigged sails, where the masts are rigged in a way that each has square sails parallel to the keel. These majestic vessels were widely used from the 16th to the early 20th centuries, and they played a significant role in global trade and exploration.

Sample Sentences:

1. Noun - Ship:

The square-rigger gracefully sailed into the harbor, its massive square sails billowing in the wind.

2. Adjective - Ship:

The crew set about preparing the square-rigger vessel for its next voyage, ensuring all the ropes and masts were in order.

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