forestay
noun /'foʊr,steɪ/
- Definition
- an adjustable stay from the foremast to the deck or bowsprit; controls the bending of the mast
- Example
- He tried to understand the true meaning of 'forestay'.
- Etymology
- No etymology available.
Quick Facts
Palindrome
No
Compound Word
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Proper Noun
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Rare
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Archaic
No
Obsolete
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Slang
No
Vowels
3
Consonants
5
Length
8