Meaning
A triangular fore-and-aft sail set on a boom in such way that the tack is attached to the hull of the vessel and the free end of the boom lifts the sail.
Etymology
Origin: Latin
From French latine (“Latin”).
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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