a taunto
"A taunto" describes a specific condition of a ship, particularly one that is tall and square-rigged, where all running rigging is tightened and all sails are set.
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Definition
C2Nautical
(technical, specific)A condition of a tall, square-rigged ship where all running rigging is tightened, all spars are raised, and all sails are set.
Example
- The captain ordered the crew to bring the ship to a taunto before the race.
- In a taunto state, the ship looked majestic with all its sails fully unfurled.
B2General
(informal)Prepared, ready, or fit for action.
Example
- The team was a taunto and ready for the final match.
- With all the preparations done, they were a taunto for the event.