jib in French
jib in French is foc, regimber — jib means a triangular sail set at the front of a sailboat, ahead of the mainmast.
jib in French
foc
(nautical, usually with a modifier) Any of a variety of specialty triangular staysails set forward of the foremast.
regimber
(figuratively) To stop doing something, to become reluctant to proceed with an activity.
What does "jib" mean?
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noun A triangular sail set at the front of a sailboat, ahead of the mainmast.
"She hauled in the jib as the wind picked up."
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noun The long arm of a crane that extends outward to lift or move loads.
"The jib of the construction crane swung the steel beam into place."
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jib in a sentence
- She hauled in the jib as the wind picked up.
- A well-trimmed jib helps the boat point closer to the wind.
- The jib of the construction crane swung the steel beam into place.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "jib" in French?
"jib" in French is foc, regimber. jib means: A triangular sail set at the front of a sailboat, ahead of the mainmast.
How do you use "jib" in a sentence?
Example: "She hauled in the jib as the wind picked up." In French, "jib" is foc, regimber.
Are there other ways to say "jib" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "jib": foc, regimber.
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