English Word · Intermediate
foreyard
A yard on the lower mast of a square-rigged foremast of a ship used to support the foresail
Pronunciation: say foreyard
Meaning
A yard on the lower mast of a square-rigged foremast of a ship used to support the foresail.
Example
The sailors hauled on the ropes to adjust the foreyard.
The sailors hauled on the ropes to adjust the foreyard.
Practice tips
- Practice foreyard 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.