Meaning Of The Word Bobstay

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bobstay in American English
a rope or chain that extends upward from the stem of a ship to the bowsprit and helps hold the bowsprit in place
noun: a rope, chain, or rod from the outer end of the bowsprit to the cutwater

bobstay in British English
noun: a strong stay between a bowsprit and the stem of a vessel for holding down the bowsprit

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