1syllable
jibs
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Definitions ofjibs
1noun
- A triangular staysail set forward of the foremast. In a sloop (see image) the basic jib reaches back roughly to the level of the mast.
- (usually with a modifier) Any of a variety of specialty triangular staysails set forward of the foremast.
1noun
- The projecting arm of a crane.
- (metonymy) A crane used for mounting and moving a video camera.
- An object that is used for performing tricks while skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, in-line skating, or biking. These objects are usually found in a terrain park or skate park.
1noun
- One who jibs or balks, refusing to continue forward.
- A stationary condition; a standstill.
1noun
- The mouth, sometimes particularly the tongue, underlip, or tooth.
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