goosewing (Meaning)
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goosewing (n.)
One of the clews or lower corners of a course or a topsail when the middle part or the rest of the sail is furled.
Synonyms & Antonyms of goosewing
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goosewing Sentence Examples
- The sailor expertly executed a goosewing maneuver, allowing the sailboat to travel downwind at increased speed.
- The aerodynamic shape of a goosewing sail on a boat aids in capturing wind and maximizing thrust.
- Goosewings were employed by ancient Chinese mariners to navigate the treacherous waters of the Pacific Ocean.
- The formation of clouds in the sky sometimes resembles the graceful curve of a goosewing.
- The peculiar shape of a goosewing enables birds to glide effortlessly through the air.
- The goosewing kite danced and twirled in the wind, mesmerizing onlookers with its intricate flight patterns.
- The engineer meticulously designed the wing spars of an aircraft to mimic the structure of a goosewing.
- The swooping motion of a hang glider resembles the elegant glide of a goosewing.
- The goosewing awning gracefully extended to provide shade from the scorching sun.
- The dancer's arm movements emulated the flowing curves of a goosewing, creating an enchanting performance.
FAQs About the word goosewing
One of the clews or lower corners of a course or a topsail when the middle part or the rest of the sail is furled.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The sailor expertly executed a goosewing maneuver, allowing the sailboat to travel downwind at increased speed.
The aerodynamic shape of a goosewing sail on a boat aids in capturing wind and maximizing thrust.
Goosewings were employed by ancient Chinese mariners to navigate the treacherous waters of the Pacific Ocean.
The formation of clouds in the sky sometimes resembles the graceful curve of a goosewing.
