Meaning & Definition of word "Mast"

Mast

/mæst/

1. A tall upright post, typically on a ship, that supports the sails and rigging.
- Example: The sailors climbed up the mast to repair the torn sail.
2. A structure on a ship or boat that supports the rigging and sails.
- Example: The ship's mast was made of sturdy wood and reached high into the sky.
3. A vertical structure that supports antennas or other equipment, often used in telecommunications.
- Example: The radio station's mast was visible from miles away due to its height.
4. In forestry, the fruits and seeds of trees that animals, particularly birds, feed on.
- Example: Acorns are an important source of mast for wildlife during the autumn months.

●Old English 'masta', from Proto-Germanic '*mastwō', related to similar words in other Germanic languages.

to raise the mast:

To erect a mast or sail, often used figuratively to mean to prepare for action.

mast of the ship:

The main vertical support structure that holds the sails, used often in nautical contexts.

sailing under a full mast:

To operate a vessel with sails fully deployed, indicating readiness.

sail:

A piece of fabric that catches the wind and propels the boat.

rigging:

The system of ropes and cables that support the mast and control the sails.

broadcast tower:

A tall structure used for transmitting radio and television signals.

Meaning: To be in a strong position or to have the upper hand.

● Example Sentence: After that last meeting, he felt he was really on his mast.

Meaning: An insult or a term of mockery.

● Example Sentence: He called his friend a mast for forgetting the plan.