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A large, strong rope, reaching from the foremast head to the bowsprit, to support the mast. See Illust. under Ship.

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  1. n. A large, strong rope, reaching from the foremast head to the bowsprit, to support the mast. See Illust. under Ship.
  2. n. an adjustable stay from the foremast to the deck or bowsprit; controls the bending of the mast
  3. A large, strong rope, reaching from the foremast head to the bowsprit, to support the mast. See Illust. under Ship.
  4. A large, strong rope, reaching from the foremast head to thebowsprit, to support the mast. See Illust. under Ship.
  5. n. an adjustable stay from the foremast to the deck or bowsprit; controls the bending of the mast