Meaning Of The Word Jackstay

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What's The Definition Of Jackstay?

jackstay in American English
a rope or rod along a ship's yard, to which the edge of a sail is fastened
noun: a rod or batten, following a yard, gaff, or boom, to which one edge of a sail is bent

jackstay in British English
noun: a metal rod, wire rope, or wooden batten to which an edge of a sail is fastened along a yard

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