Meaning Of The Word Press of sail

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press of sail in American English
the maximum amount of sail that a ship can safely carry under given wind conditions
noun: as much sail as the wind or other conditions will permit a ship to carry

press of sail in British English
noun: the most sail a vessel can carry under given conditions

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