1. A triangular sail set on the forestay of a sailing vessel, typically used on larger ships.
Usage: nautical; also spelled fore-staysail or fore staysail

Examples

• The crew hoisted the forestaysail to catch more wind.
• In strong winds, the captain ordered the forestaysail to be furled.
• The forestaysail is positioned between the foresail and the mast.
• Modern racing yachts often use a forestaysail for better aerodynamic efficiency.
• The forestaysail helped the ship maintain speed during the crossing.