1. in a vertical or nearly vertical position; upright
Usage: nautical; chiefly used with anchor or yard

1. standing upright or nearly vertical
Usage: nautical; often used in the phrase 'anchor apeak'

Examples

• The anchor was hauled apeak as the ship prepared to depart.
• The yard was swung apeak during the storm.
• With the anchor apeak, the crew was ready to weigh anchor.
• The mast stood apeak against the clear sky.
• The captain ordered the anchor brought apeak.