tacking

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : (Nautical) The act of changing tack : In sailing, this refers to the maneuver of turning a sailing vessel's bow through the wind so that the wind changes from one side of the boat to the other. A loose temporary sewing stitch to hold layers of fabric together : A long, loose stitch used in sewing or tailoring to temporarily hold fabric pieces in place before permanent sewing....