mast


Definition: Meaning of, mast in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / mɑːst /

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mast masts
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  1. a tall pole on which the sails or flags on a ship are hung
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  2. British English a tall metal tower that sends out radio and television signals
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  3. a tall pole on which a flag is hung
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mast used in phrases

  • half-mast (noun)
    1. at half-mast if a flag is flying at half-mast, it has been raised to the middle of the pole in order to show respect and sadness for someone who has died
    2. at half-mast British English humorous if a piece of clothing is at half-mast, it is lower down the body than is usual
  • jury mast (noun)
    1. a temporary mast to replace one that has broken off
  • mast cell (noun)
    1. a large connective tissue cell that contains histamine and heparin and serotonin which are released in allergic reactions or in response to injury or inflammation
  • mooring mast (noun)
    1. a tower for mooring airships
  • royal mast (noun)
    1. topmast immediately above the topgallant mast
  • topgallant mast (noun)
    1. a mast fixed to the head of a topmast on a square-rigged vessel
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