English Word · Advanced
sprit
A spar between mast and upper outer corner of a spritsail on sailing boats
Pronunciation: /spɹɪt/
Meaning
A spar extending from the mast to the upper outer corner of a spritsail.
Example
The sailor adjusted the sprit to catch more wind in the sail.
The sailor adjusted the sprit to catch more wind in the sail.
Practice tips
- Practice sprit 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.