Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spinnaker
noun
/ˈspɪn.ə.kər/
Definition
A type of sail used on a boat to catch wind from behind the boat, typically in downwind conditions.
Examples
- During the race, the team hoisted the spinnaker to take full advantage of the favorable winds.
- He learned how to trim the spinnaker properly for optimal performance.
- The colorful spinnaker contrasted beautifully against the blue sky.
Meaning
The spinnaker is designed to be light and is used to provide additional speed and power when sailing away from the wind.
Synonyms
- gennaker
- kite sail
- asymmetrical sail
