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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

jackstay

/ˈdʒæksteɪ/ noun · British & US
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What does jackstay mean?

noun

A stay or rope used to secure a sail or a boat in place, especially when moored or anchored. A jackstay is also a rope or wire used to support or guide something, such as a sail or a wire.

Example

"The sailor used a jackstay to secure the sail to the mast."

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