foremast

noun

foremast

noun

UK /ˈfɔː(ɹ).mɑːst/ · US /ˈfɔː(ɹ).mæst/

Etymology From fore + mast.

Nautical, Transport The mast nearest the bow, on a sailing ship with more than one mast or a non-sailing ship with any masts; the second-tallest mast on a full-rigged ship.

Derived terms: foremastman
Related terms: mainmast, jiggermast, mizzenmast, spankermast

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