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Sailboat

The activity of controlling and navigating a boat which uses sails as its main means of propulsion.

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Sailboat

rig
Boat; Sailboat

To put the spars and related equipment in position so the boat is ready for sailing.

rigging
Boat; Sailboat

Equipment used to support the spars and manipulate the sails.

roller reefing
Boat; Sailboat

Equipment that allows the boom to roll thereby furling the sail onto the boom and reducing sail area, especially in heavy weather. Reefing means to decrease sail area by folding or furling the sail.

roach
Boat; Sailboat

The up and outward curve in the leech of the sail.

rope
Boat; Sailboat

Generally, any stranded or braided cordage.

rudder
Boat; Sailboat

Device that steers the boat.

rudder stop
Boat; Sailboat

Device that prevents the rudder from floating up and out of secure it in position.

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