fore-topmast

[ fawr-top-mast, -mahst, fohr-; Nautical fawr-top-muhst, fohr- ]

noun

1. the spar or section of a pole mast serving as the topmast of a foremast on a ship.

fore-topmast

/ fɔːˈtɒpməst; fɔːˈtɒpˌmɑːst /

noun

1. nautical a mast stepped above a foremast

Word History and Origins

Origin of fore-topmast¹

First recorded in 1620–30

Example Sentences

Then the fore-topmast and mizzen-topgallantmast of the Raleigh were shot away, leaving her in a crippled state.

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Jib-topsail: A triangular sail set on the fore-topmast stay of fore-and-aft vessels.

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When the fore-topmast staysail and jib were to be set, somebody had fouled the down-hauls, so that they could not be hoisted.

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Mr Forbes, get the starboard fore-topmast staysail sheets aft and well belayed, if you please.

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At the second broadside, down came her fore-topsail-yard, followed soon afterwards by the fore-topmast.

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