mainsail
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Noun — The largest sail on a sailboat, set on the main mast.
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Etymology
From main + sail.
Full origin of mainsail →Frequently asked questions
What does “mainsail” mean?
The word “mainsail” means the largest sail on a sailboat, set on the main mast. In plain terms, the principal sail of a sailing boat, attached to the main mast.
How do you pronounce “mainsail”?
“Mainsail” is pronounced MAYN-sayl (/ˈmeɪnseɪl/ in IPA).
How do you use “mainsail” in a sentence?
Here is “mainsail” used in a sentence: “The crew hauled up the mainsail as the wind picked up.”
What part of speech is “mainsail”?
“Mainsail” is a noun.