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Tacking Meaning for Kids
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What Does Tacking Mean?
Verb
- To use a small nail with a flat head to hold something in place.
- To sew pieces of cloth together with loose stitches that can be easily taken out.
- To change the direction of a boat by turning its front into the wind.
- To add something extra to something else, like adding a toy to your backpack.
- To put a tack on a horse, usually to prepare it for riding.
Noun
- Loose stitches used to hold fabric together temporarily.
- The action of changing direction on a boat.
Tacking — Full Explanation
Tacking is when a boat sails in a zigzag way to go against the wind. It helps the boat move forward even when the wind is blowing the other way.
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Tacking Meaning in Other Languages
hindi
टैकिंग
Tacking
टैकिंग (Tacking) - नाव में
Tacking - naav mein
टैकिंग (Tacking) - खेल में
Tacking - khel mein
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tacking
What does 'tacking' mean?
Tacking means to change direction while sailing by turning the front of the boat into the wind.
How do you pronounce 'tacking'?
You pronounce 'tacking' like this: 'tak-ing'.
What is the origin of the word 'tacking'?
The word 'tacking' comes from the Old English word 'tacian', which means to fasten or attach.
What is the meaning of 'tacking' in Hindi?
The word 'tacking' in Hindi is 'टैकिंग' (ṭaikaṅg).