close reach

[ klohs ]

noun

, Nautical.

1. reach26

Word History and Origins

Origin of close reach¹

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

In a close reach to the Rosebeg, 'Satanita' lost a few seconds, and then followed a splendid race tack and tack home.

From Project Gutenberg

They then had a close reach off into the Channel, and with the light breeze narrowing only slow progress was made.

From Project Gutenberg

Desolation Valley and all its surroundings is also within close reach.

From Project Gutenberg