LATEEN-SAIL, a long triangular sail extended by a lateen yard, and frequently used by xebecs, poleacres, fettees, and other vessels navigated in the Mediterranean sea.
LATEEN-SAIL
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LATEEN-SAIL, a long triangular sail extended by a lateen yard, and frequently used by xebecs, poleacres, fettees, and other vessels navigated in the Mediterranean sea.