square-rigger


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square-rig·ger

(skwâr′rĭg′ər)
n.
A square-rigged vessel.
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square-rigger

n
(Nautical Terms) nautical a square-rigged ship
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Noun 1. square-rigger - a square-rigged sailing ship
sailing ship, sailing vessel - a vessel that is powered by the wind; often having several masts
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