sprit

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Noun sprit has 1 sense

sprit - a light spar that crosses a fore-and-aft sail diagonally
--₁ is a kind of spar
--₁ is a part of spritsail

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Sprit

Definition:

A sprit is a pole used to support the upper part of a fore-and-aft sail.

Examples:

1. The sailor adjusted the sprit to keep the sail taut.

2. The sailboat was equipped with a sprit to enhance its maneuverability.

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