lateen

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a triangular fore-and-aft sail used especially in the Mediterranean
  2. adjective rigged with a triangular (lateen) sail

Etymology

From French latine (“Latin”).

In classic literature

Synonyms

lateen sail

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