The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 3 letter word JIB which also is the latest solution we found used in Boston Globe in 2009.
Sloop sail crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| JIB | 100 % | 3 |
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: Sloop sail
These words may or may not be a possible solution to this crosswords clue.- jib
- foresail
- cutter
- jigger
- skiff
- boat
- crew
- mast
- reef
- run
- dandy
- runs
Crossword Answer definitions
JIB noun- A triangular staysail set forward of the foremast. In a sloop (see image) the basic jib reaches back roughly to the level of the mast.
- (usually with a modifier) Any of a variety of specialty triangular staysails set forward of the foremast.
- To shift, or swing around, as a sail, boom, yard, etc., as in tacking.
- The projecting arm of a crane.
- (metonymy) A crane used for mounting and moving a video camera.
- An object that is used for performing tricks while skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, in-line skating, or biking. These objects are usually found in a terrain park or skate park.
- One who jibs or balks, refusing to continue forward.
- A stationary condition; a standstill.
- To stop and refuse to go forward (usually of a horse).
- To stop doing something, to become reluctant to proceed with an activity.
- Crystal meth.
- The mouth, sometimes particularly the tongue, underlip, or tooth.
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