clubhauling

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== English == === Noun === clubhauling (usually uncountable, plural clubhaulings) (nautical) A risky maneuver whereby a sail-boat tacks (turns into and through the wind) by dropping one of the front anchors, the intent being to turn the boat in a tighter space than would be possible using the rudder and sails alone, especially when difficult conditions such as light winds or heavy swell make tacking more difficult than usual. === Verb === clubhauling present participle and gerund of clubhaul