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Why is a big motor vessel called a yacht but it doesn't have sails?
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Because that big motor vessel is not used as a working vessel, it is used for pleasure. Please see the related link below:
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The Triangular sail set furthest foreward on a vessel with two or more such sails?
it is called a flying jib
What is a windjammer?
A windjammer is a large sailing vessel with multiple sails. Also, a person that is full of hot air is also called a windjammer.
When can a sailing vessel becomes a power driven vessel?
When the sails are furled and it is proceeding under its auxilliary engine
Why are ropes on yachts called sheets?
No , the sails are called the sheets. Wrong - the sails are called SAILS. The control lines to the sails are sheets.
Why are yacht ropes called sheets?
No , the sails are called the sheets. Wrong - the sails are called SAILS. The control lines to the sails are sheets.
What is the meaning of mizzen?
Hindmost; nearest the stern; as, the mizzen shrouds, sails, etc., The hindmost of the fore and aft sails of a three-masted vessel; also, the spanker.
How do boat sails work?
Very simply, by using the wind as a form of propulsion by the use of sails. Either the wind 'pushes' the vessel or it 'pulls' it through the water.
If La-teen sails were triangular which type of sails are square?
Square sails (rectangular) were (are) called four-cornered sails.
What is the triangular sail set furthest forward on a vessel with two or more such sails?
Jib or trysail.
What does wind filled the boat's sail means?
That the wind has bellied the sails and starting to propel the vessel.
What is a sailing vessel with at least 2 masts with lower sails rigged fore and aft?
A schooner
What were the square sails called on ships?
"Square sails" which are not really square, were/are referred to as four-cornered sails.
