topgallants

topgallants
top·gal·lant || ‚tɑp'gælənt /‚tɒp- n. mast of a ship that is taller than a topmast, extension of a topmast (Nautical); topmost point (Old term) adj. of or pertaining to the mast (and any sail attached to it) which is located above the topmast; elevated above adjacent sections or structures

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