crossjack

[US]/ˈkrɒs.dʒæk/
[UK]/ˈkrɔsˌdʒæk/

Translation

n.a sail set on the lower part of a mast

Phrases & Collocations

crossjack line

crossjack sail

crossjack rigging

crossjack position

crossjack sheet

crossjack boom

crossjack set

crossjack trim

crossjack adjustment

crossjack control

Example Sentences

the sailor adjusted the crossjack to catch the wind.

he learned to tie a crossjack knot for his sailing trip.

the crossjack was frayed and needed replacement.

during the storm, the crew secured the crossjack tightly.

they hoisted the crossjack to increase speed.

the captain instructed the team to trim the crossjack.

he admired the craftsmanship of the crossjack rigging.

the crossjack was crucial for stability in rough seas.

they practiced raising the crossjack during their training.

the old ship still had its original crossjack intact.

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