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tack vs intermediate shroud

intermediate shroud vs tack

tack and intermediate shroud both are nouns.

tack is a verb but intermediate shroud is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
tack Yes No Yes No
intermediate shroud Yes No No No
As nouns, intermediate shroud is a hyponym of tack; that is, intermediate shroud is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than tack:
  • tack: (nautical) a line (rope or chain) that regulates the angle at which a sail is set in relation to the wind
  • intermediate shroud: a shroud fitted on rigs with multiple spreaders.
Other hyponyms of tack include futtock shroud, cap shroud.
tack (noun) intermediate shroud (noun)
sailing a zigzag course a shroud fitted on rigs with multiple spreaders.
(nautical) the act of changing tack
a short nail with a sharp point and a large head
gear for a horse
(nautical) a line (rope or chain) that regulates the angle at which a sail is set in relation to the wind
the heading or position of a vessel relative to the trim of its sails
tack (verb) intermediate shroud (verb)
reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action)
fasten with tacks
sew together loosely, with large stitches
fix to; attach
create by putting components or members together
turn into the wind
Difference between tack and intermediate shroud

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