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luffed Definition


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luff
verb luffed, luffing
    1. To steer a ship towards the wind, especially with accompanying flapping of the sails.
    2. To sail a ship in a particular direction, whilst keeping close to the wind.
    3. To move the jib of a crane or derrick up or down.
noun
    1. The forward edge of a fore-and-aft sail.
Etymology: 13c.



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