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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A risky maneuver whereby a sail-boat tacks (turns into and through the wind) by dropping one of the front anchors, the intent being to turn the boat in a tighter space than would be possible using the rudder and sails alone, especially when difficult conditions such as light winds or heavy swell make tacking more difficult than usual. uncountable, usually

Verb

1. 1
   present participle and gerund of clubhaul form-of, gerund, participle, present

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