Associations to the word «Spinnaker»

Wiktionary

SPINNAKER, noun. (nautical) A supplemental sail to the main sail, especially a triangular one, used on yachts for running before the wind.
SPINNAKER POLE, noun. (nautical) A spar used to support the spinnaker

Dictionary definition

SPINNAKER, noun. A large and usually triangular headsail; carried by a yacht as a headsail when running before the wind.

Wise words

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