lateen
(la-teen)
2 syllables
Definition
noun. a triangular sail set on a long yard at an angle to the mast, used on small ships and dhows in the Mediterranean and Indian Ocean.
Example Sentence
The boat was rigged with a lateen sail.
More Example Sentences
Many traditional boats in coastal regions are equipped with a lateen sail for better maneuverability.
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