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Sailboat

The activity of controlling and navigating a boat which uses sails as its main means of propulsion.

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Sailboat

Standing rigging
Boat; Sailboat

The fixed wires and ropes that "stand" or stay in position at all times when the mast is stepped. The standing rigging consists of all the stays.

Wire rope
Boat; Sailboat

Rope made from twisted strands of iron or steel.

Working sails
Boat; Sailboat

The sails used under normal sailing conditions, usually consisting of the mainsail and the regular or working jib on a sloop rig.

Yacht braid
Boat; Sailboat

Special braided rope that is easy on the hands and resistant to kinks and jamming.

Whipping
Boat; Sailboat

The binding agent or method used on the end of a piece of rope to prevent fraying and unraveling.

Winch
Boat; Sailboat

A mechanical revolving drum appliance used to gain power in hauling or pulling in a line.

Windward
Boat; Sailboat

Toward the direction from which the wind is blowing.

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