Meaning Of The Word Spinnaker

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What's The Definition Of Spinnaker?

spinnaker
countable noun: A spinnaker is a large, light, triangular sail that is attached to the front mast of a boat.

spinnaker in American English
a large, triangular, baggy headsail used on some racing yachts when running before the wind
noun: a large, usually triangular sail carried by a yacht as a headsail when running before the wind or when the wind is abaft the beam

spinnaker in British English
noun: a large light triangular racing sail set from the foremast of a yacht when running or on a broad reach

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