luff

/lˈʌf/

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Definitions

Noun
(nautical) the forward edge of a fore-and-aft sail that is next to the mast
Noun
the act of sailing close to the wind
Verb
sail close to the wind
Verb
flap when the wind is blowing equally on both sides; "the sails luffed"

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