reefing Definition
the act of reducing the area of a sail by folding or rolling part of it and securing it tightly to the yard or boom.
Using reefing: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "reefing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The captain ordered reefing the sails as the wind picked up.
Example
Reefing is necessary in high winds to prevent damage to the sails.
Example
The crew worked quickly to complete the reefing before the storm hit.
reefing Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for reefing
- furling
- shortening
- taking in sail
Summary: reefing in Brief
The term 'reefing' [reef-ing] refers to the act of reducing the area of a sail by folding or rolling part of it and securing it tightly to the yard or boom. It is necessary in high winds to prevent damage to the sails, and the crew must work quickly to complete the reefing before the storm hits.
