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yards
ship's sailing rig
Pronunciation: /jɑːdz/
Meaning
The combined equipment that carries and controls a sailing ship's sails.
Example
The storm damaged the ship's yards.
The storm damaged the ship's yards.
Practice tips
- Practice yards 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.