forestay

Noun
  1. An adjustable stay from the foremast to the deck or bowsprit;
    Controls the bending of the mast (synset 103388057)
    is a type of: stay - (nautical) brace consisting of a heavy rope or wire cable used as a support for a mast or spar
    subtypes: mainstay - the forestay that braces the mainmast

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