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Shorten As A Sail Crossword Clue
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REEF which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
REEF
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "REEF" which means:
- noun
- • A rocky region in the southern transvaal in northeastern south africa; contains rich gold deposits and coal and manganese
- • A submerged ridge of rock or coral near the surface of the water
- • One of several strips across a sail that can be taken in or rolled up to lessen the area of the sail that is exposed to the wind verb
- • Lower and bring partially inboard
- • Roll up (a portion of a sail) in order to reduce its area
- • Reduce (a sail) by taking in a reef adjective
- • Scabby; scurvy.
An example sentence would be:
- • "The diver tried to reef the sail in the strong wind."
- • "The fisherman had to reef the net to prevent it from dragging on the coral."
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Clue Last Found In...
| Source | #Number | Answer |
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| New York Times05 Jun 2008 | Across 28 | |
| New York Times23 Aug 1996 | Across 36 | |
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