jack staff

noun

1. a flagstaff at the bow of a vessel, on which a jack is flown.

Word History and Origins

Origin of jack staff¹

First recorded in 1685–95

Example Sentences

Now and then a grinding jerk of the anchor chain sent a vibrating shudder from stem to jack staff.

From Project Gutenberg

Stirling pointed the rifle toward the jack staff and the stern of the ship.

From Project Gutenberg