Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lie-to
verb
/laɪ tuː/
Definition
To direct a vessel’s bow into the wind while not moving forward.
Examples
- During the storm, we had to lie-to to keep the boat stable.
- The captain ordered the crew to lie-to until the winds calmed down.
- If you lie-to properly, you can minimize the effects of rough seas.
Meaning
In maritime terminology, ‘lie-to’ means positioning a boat or ship in a way that it faces directly into the wind, which helps to reduce the amount of wind and waves hitting the boat.
Synonyms
- Head into the wind
- Steady
- Ride out
