English Word · Advanced
drabbler
A piece of canvas laced to the bonnet of a sail, to give it a greater depth or more drop
Pronunciation: say drabbler
Meaning
A strip of canvas laced to the bottom of a bonnet (an additional section of a sail) to increase the sail's depth.
Example
The sailors attached a drabbler to the sail to increase its surface area during light winds.
The sailors attached a drabbler to the sail to increase its surface area during light winds.
Practice tips
- Practice drabbler 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 advanced-level learners.