Definitions from Wiktionary (backstay)
▸ noun: (nautical) A part of the rigging of a sailing ship extending from the top of the mast (masthead) to the back of the ship; they support the strain on all upper masts and provide additional support to the shrouds when the wind is abaft the beam.
▸ noun: A strengthening or supporting piece that is built into the back of something.
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▸ noun: (nautical) A part of the rigging of a sailing ship extending from the top of the mast (masthead) to the back of the ship; they support the strain on all upper masts and provide additional support to the shrouds when the wind is abaft the beam.
▸ noun: A strengthening or supporting piece that is built into the back of something.
Similar:
forestay,
staysail,
standing rigging,
headstay,
capshore,
bobstay,
shroud,
backstrap,
hair bracket,
strongback,
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