What is another word for Bermuda Rig?

Pronunciation: [bɜːmjˈuːdə ɹˈɪɡ] (IPA)

The term "Bermuda Rig" refers to a type of sailboat rigging that consists of a triangular sail with the widest edge mounted on the mast and the two narrower edges attached to a boom and a spar. Synonyms for this type of rig include Marconi rig, triangular sail rig, and Bermuda sloop rig. The Marconi rig is named after the Italian inventor Guglielmo Marconi, who developed the first radio communication system. Triangular sail rig refers to the geometry of the sail while Bermuda sloop rig is used specifically for a sailboat with a single mast and no jibs or spinnakers. Regardless of the name used, the Bermuda rig is a popular choice for sailboats due to its efficiency and flexibility in adapting to varying wind conditions.

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What are the hypernyms for Bermuda rig?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    sail plan, sailing configuration, sailing rig.

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