Bowsprit
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The bowsprit of a sailing vessel is a spar extending forward from the vessel's prow. The bowsprit is typically held down by a bobstay that counteracts the forces from the forestays. The bowsprit’s pur
Bowsprit held down by a bobstay
Bowsprit with forestays and bobstays
Beakhead
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A beakhead or beak is the protruding part of the foremost section of a sailing ship.
The bow and beakhead of the 17th century warship Vasa (ship) seen from above. The small square holes on either side of the bowsprit are the toilets.
Beakhead of Soleil Royal