square-rigger

/ˌˈskwɛər ˌrɪgər/
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Definitions of square-rigger
  1. noun
    a square-rigged sailing ship
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    type of:
    sailing ship, sailing vessel
    a vessel that is powered by the wind; often having several masts
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