English Word · Advanced
shipmast
The mast of a ship
Pronunciation: say shipmast
Meaning
The vertical pole or structure on a ship that supports the sails and rigging.
Example
The old wooden shipmast creaked loudly as the vessel sailed through the rough seas.
The old wooden shipmast creaked loudly as the vessel sailed through the rough seas.
Practice tips
- Practice shipmast 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.