I cannot answer your question except to say that mast is a collective term for the fruit of all forest trees especially beech and oak.
A flag pole is also called a flag staff. Flags are flown at half-mast when famous people die, but I have never heard of a flag mast. However, the English Oxford dictionary says that a mast can be a flagpole ( as well as a TV antenna)
A beechnut is the nut of the beech tree - the small, triangular nut of the beech tree.
The front mast is called the Foremast. Sometimes it is called the mizzen mast.
The tip of a mast crossbeam is commonly referred to as a "masthead." This component is crucial in sailing vessels as it supports the rigging and often houses equipment such as antennas or lights. In some contexts, it may also be called a "crosshead" or "mast tip," depending on the specific design and purpose of the mast.
Mast
The person on the mast of a ship is typically called a "lookout." Their primary responsibility is to keep watch for navigational hazards, other vessels, and land. In sailing terminology, they may also be referred to as a "topman" if they are working in the rigging or sails at the top of the mast.
Fore-mast: the first mast, or the mast fore of the main-mast.Main-mast: the tallest mast, usually located near the center of the ship.Mizzen-mast: the third mast, or the mast immediately aft of the main-mast.(information from wikipedia)
The Mast
It is called the mast
A mast
A mast.
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