yacht this was the original answer but this can refer to a powered vessel too. As in motor yacht. A one masted fore and aft rigged vessel is called a sloop and can have various sail plans e.g. Gaff rigged, bermudian rigged
In nautical terms it would be 'aft'. Fore is 'towards the front of the ship, aft is towards the back.
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a quad or a quadrilateral
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The fore most part of a vessel is the bow
A two-masted fore and aft rigged vessel is called a "ketch" if the smaller mast, or mizzen mast, is located behind the main mast. If the mizzen mast is located in front of the main mast, the vessel is referred to as a "yawl." Both types are designed for efficient sailing and maneuverability, often used in cruising and recreational sailing.
Fore pick on a cargo vessel refers to the lifting of cargo from the fore (front) part of the ship, typically using cranes or other loading equipment. This process is crucial for efficiently loading and unloading goods, ensuring proper weight distribution and stability of the vessel. It involves careful planning and coordination to maintain safety and minimize damage to the cargo and the ship.
A barque a sailing ship, typically with three masts, in which the foremast and mainmast are square-rigged and the mizzenmast is rigged fore-and-aft.
A barquentine is a sailing vessel similar to a barque, but fore-and-aft rigged on the mainmast.
Fore-mast: the first mast, or the mast fore of the main-mast.Main-mast: the tallest mast, usually located near the center of the ship.Mizzen-mast: the third mast, or the mast immediately aft of the main-mast.(information from wikipedia)
A schooner
A barkentine is another term for a barquentine - a sailing vessel similar to a barque but fore-and-after rigged on the mainmast.
A homophone for "front of ship" is "fore." In nautical terms, "fore" refers to the front part of a vessel, while "four" is the homophone that sounds the same but has a different meaning.
The first sail on a ship is typically called the "fore sail" or "main sail," depending on the type of vessel. In traditional sailing ships, the fore sail is the first sail set at the front of the ship, while the main sail is the largest and is usually rigged on the main mast. These sails are crucial for catching wind and propelling the ship forward.
The fore part of the hull on a seagoing vessel is known as the "bow." It is the front section of the ship, designed to cut through the water and provide stability as the vessel moves forward. The bow often features a pointed shape to reduce resistance and enhance performance in waves. Additionally, it may be equipped with various fittings, such as anchors and navigation lights.
The Bowsprit of a sailing vessel is a pole or spar extending forward from the vessel's prow, providing an anchor point for the forestays and allowing the fore-mast to be stepped farther forward on the hull