lateen
adjective
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Definition of lateen
(Entry 1 of 2)
: being or relating to a rig used especially on the north coast of Africa and characterized by a triangular sail extended by a long spar slung to a low mast
lateen
nounDefinition of lateen (Entry 2 of 2)
1
or less commonly
lateener
\lə-ˈtē-nər
\
: a lateen-rigged ship
2 : a lateen sail
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