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To extend an additional quantity of sail (i.e. to spread a sail or sails).
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: nautical, transport
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To embark; start a voyage.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: figuratively
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Across languages
Translations
2 source translations are retained for this English entry.
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Irish:
éadach a dhéanamh
— to extend an additional quantity of sail
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Latin:
vēlificor
— to extend an additional quantity of sail