spinnaker

/ˈspɪnækər/

Definitions

1. noun

A large, triangular sail set high up on a mast and used to catch the wind when sailing downwind, typically used by yachts and other sailing vessels.

“The captain ordered the crew to unfurl the spinnaker as the wind shifted to a favorable direction.”

Synonyms

  • gennaker
  • staysail

Antonyms

  • reef