skysail Synonyms

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skysail Meaning

Wordnet

the sail above the royal on a square-rigger

Webster

The sail set next above the royal. See Illust. under Sail.

The sailors hoisted the skysail, a large square sail set above the topmost topgallant sail, to harness the gentle breeze.
The captain ordered the skysail to be reefed as the wind intensified, reducing its surface area to prevent damage.
The crew watched in amazement as the skysail billowed and surged, propelling the ship forward with remarkable speed.
The skysail became a beacon of hope for the stranded sailors, signaling their presence to a passing vessel.
The bright colors of the skysail contrasted vividly against the overcast sky, creating a mesmerizing optical illusion.
The ship's skysail fluttering in the wind was a symbol of freedom and adventure for the young cabin boy.
The captain's decision to use the skysail proved risky, but it ultimately allowed the ship to reach its destination days earlier than expected.
The sound of the wind whistling through the skysail was a soothing symphony that lulled the weary sailors to sleep.
The skysail acted as a giant kite, lifting the ship out of the doldrums and carrying it swiftly across the ocean.
The sailors marveled at the intricate rigging that supported the skysail, a testament to the ingenuity of ancient mariners.

the sail above the royal on a square-riggerThe sail set next above the royal. See Illust. under Sail.

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The sailors hoisted the skysail, a large square sail set above the topmost topgallant sail, to harness the gentle breeze.

The captain ordered the skysail to be reefed as the wind intensified, reducing its surface area to prevent damage.

The crew watched in amazement as the skysail billowed and surged, propelling the ship forward with remarkable speed.

The skysail became a beacon of hope for the stranded sailors, signaling their presence to a passing vessel.