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tack vs shroud

shroud vs tack

tack and shroud both are nouns.

tack and shroud both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
tack Yes No Yes No
shroud Yes No Yes No
As nouns, tack and shroud are synonyms defined as:
  • tack and shroud: (nautical) a line (rope or chain) that regulates the angle at which a sail is set in relation to the wind
Other synonyms of tack include mainsheet, sheet, weather sheet.
tack (noun) shroud (noun)
sailing a zigzag course burial garment in which a corpse is wrapped
(nautical) the act of changing tack (nautical) a line (rope or chain) that regulates the angle at which a sail is set in relation to the wind
a short nail with a sharp point and a large head a line that suspends the harness from the canopy of a parachute
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) shroud (verb)
reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action) wrap in a shroud
fasten with tacks cover as if with a shroud
sew together loosely, with large stitches form a cover like a shroud
fix to; attach
create by putting components or members together
turn into the wind
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