yardarm
n.
Sample Sentences
- The sailors adjusted the sails as the ship passed the yardarm.
- In nautical terms, the yardarm refers to the outer extremity of the yard on a sailing ship.
- As sunset approached, the light glinted off the yardarm, marking the end of their long voyage.
- The captain called all hands on deck to prepare for the maneuver at the yardarm.
- Traditionally, a flag is flown from the yardarm to signal a ship's arrival in port.
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