Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

topmast

noun

/ˈtɒpˌmæst/

Definition

The topmost mast on a ship, typically the tallest, from which flags and sails may be set.

Examples

The ship’s topmast swayed gently in the breeze as the crew prepared to raise the sails.
He climbed up to the topmast to fix the flag that had torn in the storm.
From the vantage point in the crow’s nest atop the topmast, she could see for miles.

Meaning

A topmast is a vertical pole located on a sailing vessel that supports sails and rigging above the main mast, contributing to the ship’s ability to harness wind.