লক্ষ্য করুন: এই এন্ট্রির অনুবাদ বর্তমানে মান পর্যালোচনার অধীনে রয়েছে, তাই কিছু বিষয়বস্তু সাময়িকভাবে শুধুমাত্র ইংরেজিতে প্রদর্শিত হচ্ছে।
এই এন্ট্রিটি এখনও আপনার ভাষায় অনুবাদ করা হয়নি, তাই নিচে মূল লেখাটি দেখানো হচ্ছে।
reefing
This term is highly specialized nautical jargon used primarily in sailing. It describes a critical safety maneuver to prevent a vessel from becoming overpowered by wind, which could lead to capsizing or structural damage to the mast. The process involves physically altering the sail's shape to decrease its aerodynamic lift.
As a noun, the term refers to the specific action or the state of the sail being reduced. It is typically used in technical contexts by sailors and maritime professionals rather than in general conversation.
Meanings
Examples
The captain ordered immediate reefing of the mainsail as the gale intensified.
We should start reefing now before the wind picks up any further.
Proper reefing is essential for maintaining stability in a storm.
I wonder if the crew is experienced enough to handle the reefing in this weather.
The sudden gust made the reefing process much more dangerous than expected.
The old sailor spoke of the art of reefing during the great storms of the century.
The yacht tilted sharply, making the reefing of the jib a struggle.