First Known Use: before 12th century
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1mast
noun \ˈmast\
Definition of MAST
1
: a long pole or spar rising from the keel or deck of a ship and supporting the yards, booms, and rigging
2
: a slender vertical or nearly vertical structure (as an upright post in various cranes)
3
: a disciplinary proceeding at which the commanding officer of a naval unit hears and disposes of cases against enlisted men —called also captain's mast
— mast·ed \ˈmas-təd\ adjective
— before the mast
1
: forward of the foremast
2
: as a common sailor
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Origin of MAST
Middle English, from Old English mæst; akin to Old High German mast mast, Latin malus
2mast
verb
Definition of MAST
transitive verb
: to furnish with a mast
First Known Use of MAST
circa 1513
3mast
noun
Definition of MAST
: nuts (as acorns) accumulated on the forest floor and often serving as food for animals
Origin of MAST
Middle English, from Old English mæst; akin to Old High German mast food, mast, and probably to Old English mete food — more at meat
First Known Use: before 12th century
MAST[3] Defined for Kids
mast
noun \ˈmast\
Definition of MAST for Kids
: a long pole that rises from the bottom of a ship and supports the sails and rigging
— mast·ed \ˈmas-təd\ adjective <a tall masted ship>
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