Luff

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

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Definition of Luff

Noun

The vertical edge of a sail that is closest to the direction of the wind.
"By easing the halyard, the luff of the sail was made to sag to leeward."
The act of sailing a ship close to the wind.
The roundest part of a ship's bow.
The forward or weather leech of a sail, especially of the jib, spanker, and other fore-and-aft sails.

Verb

To shake due to being trimmed improperly.
To bring the ship's head up closer to the wind. (Alternatively luff up)
to let out (a sail) so that it luffs.
To alter the vertical angle of the jib of a crane so as to bring it level with the load.

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