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Mizzen: meaning, definitions and examples

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mizzen

 

[ หˆmษชzษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

nautical term

A mizzen is a sail rigged on the mizzenmast of a vessel, typically a sailing ship. It is set behind the mainmast and is often used to balance the sail plan of the ship. The mizzen helps in steering and maneuvering the vessel while under sail. This type of sail contributes to the overall propulsion and stability of the boat, especially during certain wind conditions. The size and shape of a mizzen can vary depending on the specific rigging of the ship.

Synonyms

aft sail, back sail, mizzenmast sail

Examples of usage

  • The yacht's mizzen was furled for the race.
  • He adjusted the mizzen sail to catch the wind.
  • The ship's mizzenmast stood tall against the sky.
  • They learned how to rig the mizzen during the sailing course.

Translations

Translations of the word "mizzen" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mestre

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคฟเคœเคผเฅ‡เคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Besan

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mizzen

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผั–ะทะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ mesan

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒŸใ‚ผใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท misaine

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ mesana

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท mizzen

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฏธ์  

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูŠุฒู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mizรฉn

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mizรฉn

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŽๆก…ๅธ†

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ mizena

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mizzen

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะธะทะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ˜แƒ–แƒ”แƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mizษ™n

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ mesana

Word origin

The term 'mizzen' is derived from the Middle English word 'misen', which indicated a sail on the aft or rear part of a ship. Its origins trace back to the Old French term 'misen', meaning 'to put' or 'to place', which is connected to the function of the sail in providing stability and balance to the vessel. Over time, 'mizzen' became more specific to refer to the sail located on the mizzenmast, a crucial part of the rigging system in traditional sailing ships. The mizzenmast itself originated from various maritime cultures, evolving through centuries of shipbuilding techniques and innovations. It plays an integral role in the artistry and engineering of a classic sailing vessel, symbolizing the blend of functionality and nautical tradition.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,924 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.