Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dismast
verb
/dɪzˈmæst/
Definition
To remove the mast from a ship or boat.
Examples
- The storm was so fierce that it dismasted the ship.
- After the incident, they had to dismast the old fishing boat for repairs.
Meaning
The term ‘dismast’ refers to the act of taking down or removing the mast of a sailing vessel, which is often necessary for repairs or in response to damage during a storm.
Synonyms
- remove mast
- take down mast
