unspar

/ˈʌnspar/

Definitions

1. verb

to scatter or remove the spar or mast of a ship, or to remove the spar or other projecting part from something.

“The storm forced sailors to unspar the mast to prevent it from breaking.”

2. verb

to remove or take away a protective or supporting spar or part.

“The construction crew unsparred the old bridge to build a new one in its place.”

3. verb

to remove or take away the spar or mast from a ship or aircraft, especially in preparation for storage or transportation.

“The naval crew unsparred the ship’s mast before taking it to the shipyard for repairs.”

Synonyms

  • demast
  • disassemble

Antonyms

  • mast
  • remast