downhaul

Meaning

Any rope used to haul down a sail or spar.

Example

I use the word "downhaul".

I use the word "downhaul".

Practice tips

• Practice downhaul 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 word is for intermediate-level learners.

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