Jackstay Definition
jăkstā
noun
A stay for racing or cruising vessels used to steady the mast against the strain of the gaff.
American Heritage
A rope or rod along a ship's yard, to which the edge of a sail is fastened.
Webster's New World
A rope or rod that runs up and down a ship's mast, along which the yard moves when being hoisted or lowered.
Webster's New World
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