Definition of Jib
1. Noun. Any triangular fore-and-aft sail (set forward of the foremast).
2. Verb. Refuse to comply. "They jib moving "
Generic synonyms: Disobey
Derivative terms: Balker, Baulker, Resistance, Resistant, Resister, Resister, Resistive
3. Verb. Shift from one side of the ship to the other. ; "The sail jibbed wildly"
Definition of Jib
1. n. A triangular sail set upon a stay or halyard extending from the foremast or fore-topmast to the bowsprit or the jib boom. Large vessels often carry several jibs; as, inner jib; outer jib; flying jib; etc.
2. v. i. To move restively backward or sidewise, -- said of a horse; to balk.
3. n. One that jibs, or balks; a jibber.
4. v. t. & i. To shift, or swing round, as a sail, boom, yard, etc., as in tacking.
Definition of Jib
1. to refuse to proceed further [v JIBBED, JIBBING, JIBS]
Medical Definition of Jib
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1. A triangular sail set upon a stay or halyard extending from the foremast or fore-topmast to the bowsprit or the jib boom. Large vessels often carry several jibe; as, inner jib; outer jib; flying jib; etc.
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