English Word · Advanced
outhaul
a rope that draws a sail outward along a spar
Pronunciation: /ˈaʊtˌhɔːl/
Meaning
A rope used to pull a sail outward along a boom or another spar, tightening its lower edge.
Example
The sailor tightened the outhaul to stretch the sail along the boom.
The sailor tightened the outhaul to stretch the sail along the boom.
Practice tips
- Practice outhaul 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.