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Term: Topsail

Description:

Topsail refers to a part of a sail or a type of sail that is set above or on the top of another sail, typically found on sailing vessels. It is characterized by its position and the way it is rigged.

Parts of Speech:

Noun: topsail

Verb: topsail

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Noun: A topsail as a part of a sail rigging

Example sentence: The ship's topsail fluttered in the breeze as it made its way across the sea.

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Sense 2:

Noun: A topsail as a type of sail

Example sentence: The schooner had three masts, each equipped with topsails to catch the maximum amount of wind.

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Sense 3:

Verb: To set or add a topsail to a sail rigging

Example sentence: The sailors worked together to topsail the ship's mainmast, increasing their speed under the strong winds.

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