jib

Meanings

1. A triangular staysail set forward of the foremast. In a sloop (see image) the basic jib reaches back roughly to the level of the mast.
2. Any of a variety of specialty triangular staysails set forward of the foremast.

1. To shift, or swing around, as a sail, boom, yard, etc., as in tacking.

1. The projecting arm of a crane.
2. A crane used for mounting and moving a video camera.
3. An object that is used for performing tricks while skiing, snowboarding, skateboarding, in-line skating, or biking. These objects are usually found in a terrain park or skate park.
4. A person's face.

1. To stop and refuse to go forward (usually of a horse).
2. To express reluctance; to balk.

1. One who jibs or balks, refusing to continue forward.
2. A stationary condition; a standstill.

1. Crystal meth.

1. The mouth, sometimes particularly the tongue, underlip, or tooth.

1. A first-year student at the University of Dublin.

Etymology

Attested since the 1660s, of uncertain origin. Perhaps related to jib (“shift or swing around”) (see below).