sails

[US]/[seɪlz]/
[UK]/[seɪlz]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.pieces of fabric used to propel a boat or ship; (of a ship) the ability to move through the water; a journey by ship
v.to set sail; to begin a sea journey; to travel by ship

Phrases & Collocations

full sails

sails billowing

hoist sails

sails flapping

set sails

torn sails

new sails

sails unfurled

sailing sails

white sails

Example Sentences

the sailboat's sails billowed in the strong wind.

we raised the sails and set off across the bay.

the crew worked together to furl the sails.

the yacht's sails caught the afternoon breeze.

he inspected the sails for any signs of wear.

the racing yacht had powerful, lightweight sails.

we lowered the sails before entering the harbor.

the sails were patched and repaired after the storm.

the wind filled the sails, propelling the boat forward.

she dreamed of sailing the world with billowing sails.

the ancient ship's sails were made of canvas.

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