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单词 head-reach
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Definition of head-reach in English:

head-reach

verb
Nautical
  • 1no object (Of a ship, especially a sailing vessel) to move quickly ahead, as while tacking; to gain on (also upon) another vessel by this means.

  • 2with object To move ahead of (another vessel) in this way.

Origin

Late 18th century. From head + reach; compare later reach.

Definition of head-reach in US English:

head-reach

verb
Nautical
  • 1no object (Of a ship, especially a sailing vessel) to move quickly ahead, as while tacking; to gain on (also upon) another vessel by this means.

  • 2with object To move ahead of (another vessel) in this way.

Origin

Late 18th century. From head + reach; compare later reach.

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