under sail
Canvas catching wind
Under sail describes a vessel propelled by wind in its sails rather than by engine or oars: The schooner was under sail for three weeks crossing the Atlantic.
The phrase can also describe the state of being in motion on water: We'll be under sail by noon.
- weigh anchorRaise mooring before sailing
- sailclothHeavy fabric for sails
- breezeLight, gentle air movement
- tackSharp-headed fastener
- doldrumsState of inactivity
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