sprit
A pole on a sailboat used to hold sails is called a "spar." Different types of spars include the mast, which supports the sails vertically, and booms, which extend horizontally to control the angle of the sail. Spars are essential for the rigging and overall functionality of the sailboat.
Presuming you are referring to a gaff-rigged main sail, that diagonal pole would be the boom.
The vertical pole on a sailboat is called the mast, but at the bottom of the sail is horizontal pole called a boom. On the Tall Ships, the horizontal pole AT THE TOP of the sail is called the yardarm.
the pole that holds up the sail is called the mast
A pole on a ship that helps to extend the sails is called a "yard." Yards are horizontal spars that are attached to the mast and support the sails, allowing them to catch the wind more effectively. They can be raised, lowered, or rotated to adjust the sail's angle and optimize the ship's performance under various wind conditions.
If you mean the vertical poles to which sails are attached, these are called masts.
The vertical pole is called a "Mast". The horizontal poles (on 3-masted ships for instance) are called "Arms" or "Yardarms".
A spinnaker pole or a whisker pole.
If you mean the vertical poles to which sails are attached, these are called masts.
The vertical pole that supports the sail is called a mast. It is a crucial component of sailing vessels, as it holds the sail up and allows it to catch the wind, enabling the boat to move. Masts can vary in height and design depending on the type of vessel and its intended use.
A spinnaker pole or a whisker pole.
Mast (vertical, leading edge of sail), Boom (horizontal,bottom of sail), and a spinnaker pole if you use a spinnaker which is a sail type