close reach
In sailing, 'close reach' is a crucial point of sail, involving strategic sail adjustments to navigate efficiently with the wind coming from a specific direction.
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Definition
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(technical)A sailing position where the wind is coming from a direction slightly forward of the vessel's side.
Example
- The crew adjusted the sails to maintain a close reach as they navigated the bay.
- On a close reach, the boat can achieve good speed while maintaining control.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "close reach":
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