JURYMAST

Etymology

jury + mast. From the early 17th century.

Noun

jurymast (plural jurymasts)

(nautical) A temporary mast constructed when a vessel has been dismasted, usually in heavy weather.

Source: Wiktionary



RESET




Word of the Day

5 April 2025

SET

(noun) an unofficial association of people or groups; “the smart set goes there”; “they were an angry lot”


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