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Dictionary Entry
A triangular staysail set forward of the foremast. In a sloop (see image) the basic jib reaches back roughly to the level of the mast.
Origin
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Common Phrases
. jibsheet jibboom jibcrane jibcranes jibjib flyingjib storm
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Poetry examples for “jib”
Excerpts from the ReadingWillow English Library collection.