press of sail
noun Nautical.
as much sail as the wind or other conditions will permit a ship to carry.
Also called
press of canvas.
Origin of press of sail
First recorded in 1585–95
Words nearby press of sail
press gang,
press into service,
press kit,
press lord,
press money,
press of sail,
press on,
press one's luck,
press party,
press proof,
press release
British Dictionary definitions for press of sail
press of sail
noun
nautical
the most sail a vessel can carry under given conditions
Also called: press of canvas