hallier

/hæliər/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of French sail used on small boats.

“The sailors struggled to set up the hallier on the miniature yacht.”

2. noun

A person who is in charge of the sails on a ship, especially a small boat.

“The hallier adjusted the halliers to catch the wind.”

Synonyms

  • sailor
  • sailor on a small boat

Antonyms

  • landlubber