Mizzen

usgb/ˈmɪznmæstseɪl/
noun

The third mast, or the mast aft or behind the mainmast, on a ship.

The sailor climbed to the top of the mizzen to look out over the ocean.
Visual representation of "mizzen" - The third mast, or the mast aft or behind the mainmast, on a ship.

Often appears as...

  • mizzen mast
  • mizzen sail

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Technical

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Ship Structure

Understand that 'mizzen' refers to a specific part of a sailing ship's architecture.

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The storm damaged the mizzen, affecting the ship's balance.
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Historical Ships

'Mizzen' is more common when discussing traditional ships, not modern ones.

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Replicas of ancient galleons have a distinct mizzen.
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Nautical Terms

'Mizzen' is especially used among sailors and those familiar with sailing terminology.

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He ordered the crew to adjust the mizzen in preparation for the turn.
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