mizzen
/ˈmɪzən/
noun
- A fore-and-aft sail set on the mizzenmast of a sailing vessel.
- He adjusted the mizzen to catch more wind from the side.
- The old schooner had a large mizzen that gave it extra speed.
- The crew raised the mizzen to help balance the ship in the strong wind.
adjective
- Relating to or situated on the mizzenmast or its sails.
- The mizzen yardarm needed repair after the long voyage.
- The mizzen sail was torn during the storm.
- He climbed the mizzen rigging to check the lines.