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Typpically the term is used for reefing a sail, but can refer to changing to a smaller sail. Reefing is accomplished by lowering the sail down the mast or stay via halyard, and reefing or making up the foot of the sail with ties so it remains aerodynamic and isn't messy.
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What are a clove hitch and a reef?
A clove hitch is a type of knot used for securing a rope around an object, like a post or a pole. A reef is a knot used to shorten sail by tying a sail to the yard or boom.
How do you shorten it has where does the apostrophe go?
You don't shorten 'it has'.
How do you shorten Et cetera?
you shorten it by etc.
Can vitamins shorten your height?
Vitamins can't shorten your height.
What is the birth name of Bill Shorten?
Bill Shorten's birth name is William Richard Shorten.
What is the birth name of Chick Shorten?
Chick Shorten's birth name is Charles Henry Shorten.
What is the birth name of Patricia Shorten?
Patricia Shorten's birth name is Patricia Shelley Shorten.
What is the verb of short?
The verb of short is shorten. As in "to shorten something".
How tall is Chick Shorten?
Chick Shorten is 6'.
How can you use the word shorten in a sentence?
I had to shorten my presentation to fit within the time limit.
How can you use reef in a sentence?
FOR EXAMPLE : There was a fish on the beautiful reef.The men went snorkel diving on the barrier reef. ( a coral formation underwater)or..The crew took a reef in the mainsail. (reef- to shorten sail in high winds)
How tall is Lee Shorten?
Lee Shorten is 5' 9".
