English Word · Advanced
mainyard
The yard supporting a ship's mainsail
Pronunciation: /ˈmeɪnˌjɑːd/
Meaning
The horizontal spar on the mainmast from which a square mainsail hangs.
Example
The square mainsail hung from the mainyard.
The square mainsail hung from the mainyard.
Practice tips
- Practice mainyard 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.