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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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stay adjuster

Boat; Sailboat

A fitting which both connects the stay to the boat and allows the length of the stay to be adjusted. It is different from a turnbuckle in that the adjustment mechanism consists of a series of holes ...

step

Boat; Sailboat

To step the mast means to put the mast in position on the boat.

stemhead

Boat; Sailboat

Literally the head of the boat at the stem, or the farthest forward point on deck. Generally considered the point where the forestay attaches to the hull.

swage

Boat; Sailboat

To press a fitting onto wire rope by the use of cold dies in pairs.

swivel deck block

Boat; Sailboat

A block with a base for deck mounting and which allows the block to swivel to any position and stand vertical in use.

tack

Boat; Sailboat

The lower forward corner of the sail usually fitted with a cringle. Also means sailing a zigzag course.

tackle

Boat; Sailboat

A system of blocks and rope arranged to decrease the effort required to move a load or object.

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