izar

/iˈzar/ or /izɑr/ (Spanish)

Definitions

1. verb

to make or mend a sail, or to adjust or set it to the wind

“The sailors had to izar the sail to catch the breeze.”

2. noun

a sail or the action of sailing

“The izar was a beautiful sight as the boat glided across the lake.”

Synonyms

  • hoist
  • sail

Antonyms

  • furl
  • lower