mizenmast

/ˈmɪzənˌmæst/
noun
  1. The third mast from the front on a sailing ship with three or more masts, located behind the mainmast.
    • The sailor climbed the mizenmast to repair the rigging.
    • On the tall ship, the mizenmast was shorter than the mainmast.
    • The flag flew from the top of the mizenmast during the parade.
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