Spinnaker

usgb/ˈspɪnəkər/
noun

A special type of sail on a boat that is large and balloon-like. It is generally used when the wind is coming from behind the boat.

As the wind shifted to their back, they hoisted the spinnaker.
Visual representation of "spinnaker" - A special type of sail on a boat that is large and balloon-like. It is generally used when the wind is coming from behind the boat.

Often appears as...

  • hoist the spinnaker
  • drop the spinnaker

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Nautical

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Nautical Term

Spinnaker is specific to sailing; used mostly by sailors or in nautical discussions.

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During the regatta, all crew members were proficient in handling the spinnaker.
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Positional Wind

Spinnaker is used when sailing downwind; understanding sailing terms is helpful.

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With the favorable downwind, it was time to deploy the spinnaker.
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Visual Description

Spinnaker often refers to the colorful sail seen at boating events.

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The bay was dotted with spinnakers, creating a vibrant scene at the festival.
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