luffing Definition
Dictionary Home » Words Starting with L » Ltd. ... lump sugar » luffing
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.
- 1. The forward edge of a fore-and-aft sail.
