English Word · Advanced
jear
yard-hoisting tackle
Pronunciation: /dʒɪə(r)/
Meaning
An old nautical term for the tackle used to raise or lower a ship's yards; the singular occurs in compounds such as jear-block.
Example
The sailors checked each jear-block before hoisting the yard.
The sailors checked each jear-block before hoisting the yard.
Practice tips
- Practice jear 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.