Bowsprit

usgb/ˈbəʊsprɪt/
noun

The pole that sticks out at the front of a ship, most often used to support sails.

The captain stood at the bowsprit of his ship, watching the ocean waves.
Visual representation of "bowsprit" - The pole that sticks out at the front of a ship, most often used to support sails.

Often appears as...

  • stand at the bowsprit
  • climb the bowsprit

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Technical

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Visual representation of "bowsprit"
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Nautical Term

Bowsprit is a technical and specialized term specific to maritime contexts, like shipbuilding and sailing.

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During the ship restoration, they replaced the rotten wood on the bowsprit.
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Pronunciation Clue

Pronounce 'bowsprit' focusing on the 'bow' as in 'bow tie' and 'sprit' like the word 'spirit' without the 'i'.

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I overheard the sailors talking about the bowsprit ahead.
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Visual Imagery

Visualize a bowsprit as an extending arm from the front of a ship, pointing forward towards the sea.

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Paintings of old ships often feature a prominent bowsprit.
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