noun
- plural of spritsail; triangular sails extended by a pole called a sprit
Usage: nautical
Examples
- The old fishing boat had two spritsails rigged for coastal sailing.
- Traditional spritsails were common on small working boats in the 18th century.
- The crew adjusted the spritsails to catch the changing wind.
- Maritime museums often display models with authentic spritsails.
- The sailor explained how spritsails differ from modern triangular sails.
- Restoration of the historic vessel included replacing the worn spritsails.