backstay

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Synonyms: backstab, jackstay, buckstay, backstory, backstair, backstep, backstage, backstop, backsaw, backseat, backslap

Antonyms: backstab, jackstay, buckstay, backstory, backstair, backstep, backstage, backstop, backsaw, backseat, backslap

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Noun

1. {{senseid|en|Q340982}} {{lb|en|nautical}} A part of the [[rigging]] of a [[sailing ship]] extending from the top of the mast ([[masthead]]) to the back of the ship; they [[support]] the [[strain]] on all upper masts and provide additional support to the [[shroud]]s when the [[wind]] is [[abaft]] the [[beam]].
2. A strengthening or supporting piece that is built into the back of something.

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