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Definition & Meaning of "mast"in English

Mast
01

a vertical spar for supporting sails 

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
masts
02

a tall, vertical pole on a ship or boat that supports the sails and rigging 

What is a "mast"?

A mast is a tall vertical pole used on boats, ships, or certain vehicles to support sails or other equipment like flags. Typically made of wood, metal, or fiberglass, it rises above the deck of the vessel. The mast helps to catch the wind in sails, allowing the boat or ship to move forward. It also provides support for rigging, which includes ropes or wires that control the position of the sails or other attached equipment. The height and strength of the mast are important for stability and performance.

Examples
The sailor climbed the mast to adjust the sails. 
03

nuts of forest trees used as feed for swine 

04

nuts of forest trees (as beechnuts and acorns) accumulated on the ground 

05

a tall vertical post with an antenna used for sending and receiving television, radio and phone signals 

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