English Expression · Intermediate
clew down
To secure an unfurled sail
Pronunciation: say clew down
Meaning
To secure an unfurled sail.
Example
The sailors had to clew down the mainsail quickly as the storm approached.
The sailors had to clew down the mainsail quickly as the storm approached.
Practice tips
- Practice clew down out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.