What does gaff-topsail mean?
Gaff-topsail means (nautical) A small triangular sail having its foot extended upon the gaff and its luff upon the topmast..
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(nautical) A small triangular sail having its foot extended upon the gaff and its luff upon the topmast..
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Gaff-topsail means (nautical) A small triangular sail having its foot extended upon the gaff and its luff upon the topmast..
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