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Webster 1828 Edition

Jib-boom

JIB-BOOM

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Noun.
A spar which is run out from the extremity of the bowsprit, and which serves as a continuation of it. Beyond this is sometimes extended the flying-jib-boom.

Definition 2024

jib-boom

jib-boom

See also: jibboom and jib boom

English

Noun

jib-boom ‎(plural jib-booms)

  1. (nautical) a spar used to extend the length of a bowsprit on sailing ships

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