Forestay

[Sarah]

A large, strong rope, reaching from the foremast head to thebowsprit, to support the mast. See Illust. under Ship.

[Sarah]

A part of a sailboat used to secure the mast. Its thickness and positioning is perfect to practice giving hand jobs; a great hands on learning experience.

[Michiko]

A rope to support a ships foremast, running from its top to the deck at the bow.

[Donald Trump]

Forestay in Yachting. The rigging positioned from the front of the mast to the bow.