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What is another word for Luffing?

Pronunciation: [lˈʌfɪŋ] (IPA)

Luffing is a sailing term that refers to the act of turning the boat's sail away from the wind, or allowing it to flap as the boat changes direction. Some synonyms for luffing include fluttering, flapping, billowing, and sagging. These words describe the movement of the sail as it loses its power and effectiveness, which can cause the boat to slow down or lose control. Other words that can be used to describe luffing include drifting, veering, oscillating, and swaying. Understanding the various synonyms for luffing can help sailors communicate more effectively and maneuver their boats more safely and efficiently on the water.
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A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Luffing

The leading frigate, now coming up on our starboard quarter, opened fire, and we, Luffing up, returned it with our aftermost guns.
"Paddy Finn"
W. H. G. Kingston
The crew were working in silence, whilst West was giving sharp short orders for manoeuvring through the channels, sometimes Luffing in order to avoid a collision, now bearing away almost square before the wind.
"An Antarctic Mystery"
Jules Verne
By this time the "Caroline" had swept by, and she was now Luffing, across the slaver's bows, into her course again.
"The Red Rover"
James Fenimore Cooper

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