Dictionary Check: luff

"luff" is a valid word!

Scrabble 10 points
Words with Friends 12 points

Definition

noun

(nautical) the forward edge of a fore-and-aft sail that is next to the mast

noun

the act of sailing close to the wind

verb

sail close to the wind

Synonyms:
verb

flap when the wind is blowing equally on both sides

Example: "the sails luffed"

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