square-rigged

adjective

ˈskwer-ˈrigd 

: having or equipped with a square rig

Word History

First Known Use

1769, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

square-rigged

adjective

ˈskwa(ə)r-ˈrigd,

ˈskwe(ə)r-

: having the principal sails extended on yards fastened in a horizontal position to the masts at their center