jack staff

American  

noun

1. a flagstaff at the bow of a vessel, on which a jack is flown.

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Etymology

Origin of jack staff

First recorded in 1685–95

Example Sentences

Stirling pointed the rifle toward the jack staff and the stern of the ship.

From The Ice Pilot by Leverage, Henry

Now and then a grinding jerk of the anchor chain sent a vibrating shudder from stem to jack staff.

From The Ice Pilot by Leverage, Henry