Bermudan rig

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A sailing rig configuration: A "bermudan rig" is a specific type of sailing rig, primarily used on yachts and modern sailing vessels, characterized by its triangular mainsail.
    • A system of sails: It refers to the entire arrangement of triangular sails, typically including a mainsail and a jib, which together form an efficient aerodynamic shape for sailing.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The sloop featured a modern bermudan rig, which made it very efficient upwind.
    • Compared to the older gaff rig, the bermudan rig is simpler and has fewer components.
Advanced Usage
  • Technical Description: In nautical terminology, the "bermudan rig" is often described by its sail plan, such as a "bermudan sloop" or "bermudan cutter," indicating the number of masts and headsails in conjunction with the triangular mainsail.
    • The classic daysailer is a bermudan sloop with a single mast and two sails.
Variants and Related Words

  • Bermudian rig (n): An alternative spelling for the same sailing rig configuration.

    • The terms Bermudian rig and bermudan rig are used interchangeably.

  • Marconi rig (n): A historical synonym for the bermudan rig, named after the similarity of its tall mast to a radio antenna.

    • Early 20th-century yachts often adopted the Marconi rig.
Synonyms
  • Triangular sail rig: A descriptive synonym emphasizing the sail shape.
  • Jib-headed rig: Another technical term for a rig with a triangular mainsail.
Related Phrases
  • To be rigged as a bermudan: A phrase describing a vessel's configuration.
    • The old boat was re-rigged as a bermudan for better performance.
Noun
  1. a rig of triangular sails for a yacht

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