English Word · Intermediate
tallboy
A kind of sail, a spanker
Pronunciation: say tallboy
Meaning
A tall, narrow headsail used in light winds.
Example
The crew hoisted the tallboy to catch the light breeze.
The crew hoisted the tallboy to catch the light breeze.
Practice tips
- Practice tallboy 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 intermediate-level learners.