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What are yatch sails called?

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Anonymous

15y ago
Updated: 8/17/2019

Sheets.

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Each sail has its own name based on its position on the boat and upon its usage. A "sheet" is a woven line used to control a sail, typically by controlling the clew, and is not a sail at all.

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