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fore-topmast

 
Dictionary: Fore·-top·mast

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(Naut.) The mast erected at the head of the foremast, and at the head of which stands the fore-topgallant mast; the mast next above the foremast. See Ship.


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n. the second section of a sailing ship's foremast.

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IN BRIEF: n. - The spar or pole next above the pole nearest the bow.

 
 
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