A network of cordage rigged to a point on the mast and to a series of points on either side of the boom that cradles and guides the sail onto the boom when the sail is lowered.
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HIGH-LIFT TRUCK
A forklift truck with a fixed or telescoping mast to permit high elevation of a load.
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BOOM
A mast or yard, lying on board in reserve.
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CHAIN-SHOT
Cannon balls linked with chain used to damage rigging and masts.
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MIZZENMAST
The third mast, or mast aft of the mainmast, on a ship.
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RIGGING
The system of masts and lines on ships and other sailing vessels.
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SHROUD
A rope or cable serving to hold a mast up from side to side.
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MUZZLE
An iron ban around the mast to hold the heel of the sprit.
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MAINMAST
The tallest mast on a ship.
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MAST CASE
A yatchsmans tabernacle. The iron fitting in which the heel of the mast is mounted.
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ROYAL
1. in large sailing ships, a mast right above the topgallant mast. 2. the sail of such a mast.
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