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Definitions of backstay in various dictionaries:
noun - a stay that supports the back of something
A rope or shroud extending from the top of a mast aft to a ship’s side or stern to help support the mast.
A supporting device at or for the back of something else.
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| a stay on a sailing ship leading downwards and aft from the top or upper part of a mast. |
| a stay that supports the back of something |
| A stay on a sailing ship leading downwards and aft from the top or upper part of a mast. |
| A rope or shroud extending from the top of a mast aft to a ship's side or stern to help support the mast. |
| A supporting device at or for the back of something else. |
| Backstay description |
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| A backstay is a piece of standing rigging on a sailing vessel that runs from the mast to either its transom or rear quarter, counteracting the forestay and jib. It is an important sail trim control and has a direct effect on the shape of the mainsail and the headsail. Backstays are generally adjusted by block and tackle, hydraulic adjusters, or lines leading to winches. |