Mast
the pole that holds up the sail is called the mast
The forestay.
You are describing the mast.
mast
The sternmost rigging pole on a ship is typically the mizzenmast. It is located at the aft or rear of the ship and is used to support the mizzen sail.
a mast
A ship's pole is commonly referred to as a "mast," which supports sails and rigging. Other important poles on a ship include the "boom," which extends the foot of a sail, and the "gaff," used to hold the top of a sail. Additionally, "stays" and "shrouds" are cables that help support the mast.
Mast
the long cross ways pole that spreads the topmost sail of the ship.
Its called a mast. hope i helped :)
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
The pole that supports the sail is called a mast. It is a vertical structure that holds the sail up and is typically made of materials like wood, aluminum, or fiberglass. The mast is essential for sailing, as it allows the sail to catch the wind and propel the boat forward.