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foc
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Definition & Synonyms
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• Jib
- (v. i.) To move restively backward or sidewise, -- said of a horse; to balk.
- (v. i.) A triangular sail set upon a stay or halyard extending from the foremast or fore-topmast to the bowsprit or the jib boom. Large vessels often carry several jibe; as, inner jib; outer jib; flying jib; etc.
- (v. i.) The projecting arm of a crane, from which the load is suspended.
- (n.) One that jibs, or balks; a jibber.
- () Alt. of Jibb
- (n.) A stationary condition; a standstill.
Synonyms:
Balk, Baulk, Gybe, Jibe, Resist,
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• Jibb
- () To shift, or swing round, as a sail, boom, yard, etc., as in tacking.
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