unreefed

/ˈʌnriːfd/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove the reef or boom from (a sail) to allow it to be filled by the wind

“The sailor unreefed the sail to slow down the boat in rough waters.”

2. noun

a sail without a reef or boom

“The unreefed sail was too big for the small boat.”

Synonyms

  • unbattened
  • unfurled

Antonyms

  • battened
  • reefed