Translations for „square-rigger“ in the English » German Dictionary

square-ˈrig·ger N NAUT

square-rigger

Rahsegler m spec

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English

Some people say it dates back to when square-riggers had three masts, each with three yards supporting the sails, so the whole nine yards meant the sails were fully set.

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Tougher eggs may shun square-riggers, considering them old hat.

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Beyond this a square-rigger drifts, with every bit of sail extended.

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His experience ranges from cargo-liners to ocean weather ships and specialist support vessels as well as yachts, square-riggers, and trawlers.

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And, being unable to sail directly into the northeasterly wind because she was a square-rigger, she had trouble steering.

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The majority of large square-riggers today carry separate upper and lower topsails.

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For longer trips, there are still plenty of square-riggers devoted to sail training.

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