gybe (3 synonym found)

Gybe has 3 synonyms. The top synonyms for gybe are jibe, jib, change course. Another word for gybe is jibe. Browse the full list below.

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What is a synonym for gybe?

A common synonym for gybe is jibe. Other synonyms include jib, change course.

How many synonyms does gybe have?

Gybe has 3 synonyms listed on Thesaurasize.

What does gybe mean?

°(nautical) To change tack with the wind crossing behind the boat.

Definition of gybe:

°(nautical) To change tack with the wind crossing behind the boat. (Mostly used of boats and other small sailing craft -- the corresponding manoeuver in a sailing ship is to wear.).
°(nautical) To shift a fore-and-aft sail suddenly and forcefully from one side to the other, while sailing before the wind. (also jibe.).
°The act of gybing.
°A sudden shift of a sail's angle, or a sudden change in the direction that a boat is sailing.
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Definition of gybe:

°(nautical) To change tack with the wind crossing behind the boat. (Mostly used of boats and other small sailing craft -- the corresponding manoeuver in a sailing ship is to wear.).
°(nautical) To shift a fore-and-aft sail suddenly and forcefully from one side to the other, while sailing before the wind. (also jibe.).
°The act of gybing.
°A sudden shift of a sail's angle, or a sudden change in the direction that a boat is sailing.
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