English Word · Advanced
stunsail
An extra sail set beside a square sail
Pronunciation: /ˈstʌnsəl/
Meaning
An additional sail extended beside a square sail in light winds to increase the area catching the wind.
Example
The crew set a stunsail beside the square sail in the light breeze.
The crew set a stunsail beside the square sail in the light breeze.
Practice tips
- Practice stunsail 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.