English Expression · Intermediate
club haul
To tack a square-rigged sailing ship in a narrow space by using a lee anchor to turn the ship
Pronunciation: say club haul
Meaning
To tack a square-rigged sailing ship in a narrow space by using a lee anchor to turn the ship.
Example
The captain had to club haul the ship to avoid the rocky shore.
The captain had to club haul the ship to avoid the rocky shore.
Practice tips
- Practice club haul 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.