flying jib boom

noun

, Nautical.

1. an extension on a jib boom, to which a flying jib is fastened.

Word History and Origins

Origin of flying jib boom¹

First recorded in 1825–35

Example Sentences

About this time the flying jib-boom buried itself in a sea and broke short off.

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This I did quietly, and the dismasted hull was brought right dead on end with our flying jib-boom.

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As Jack put the wheel down to heave-to, the flying jib-boom poked its nose into the water, and broke clean off.

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The gear of the flying jib-boom is fitted like that of the jib-boom.

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A flying jib-boom is another spar that extends beyond the jib-boom.

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