Reference meaning
luff
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(nautical) the forward edge of a fore-and-aft sail that is next to the mast
Other meanings
2. noun
the act of sailing close to the wind
3. verb
sail close to the wind
4. verb
flap when the wind is blowing equally on both sides
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