undermasted in a sentence
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Definition
Undermasted refers to a vessel being equipped with insufficient masts or rigging, resulting in reduced stability and performance, particularly in adverse sailing conditions.
Sample Sentences
- The ship was deemed undermasted, leading to concerns about its stability in rough seas.
- With an undermasted design, the yacht struggled to catch the wind during the race.
- The engineers realized that the undermasted configuration limited the vessel's performance.
- In sailing competitions, teams often debate the advantages of being undermasted versus overmasted.
- The decision to go with an undermasted rigging was controversial among the crew.