What is another word for outsail?

Pronunciation: [a͡ʊtsˈe͡ɪl] (IPA)

Outsail is a term that means to sail faster or better than someone else. Some synonyms for outsail include outrun, outdistance, surpass, outmatch, outstrip, and outpace. These terms are all related to exceeding or surpassing someone else's performance or ability. The word "outrun" refers to running faster than someone else, while "outdistance" refers to surpassing someone in distance covered. "Surpass" denotes going beyond someone in skill or quality, while "outmatch" suggests exceeding someone in an activity or competition. "Outstrip" signifies surpassing someone in achievement or efficiency, while "outpace" denotes moving ahead of someone in speed or progress.

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What are the hypernyms for Outsail?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Outsail?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

Usage examples for Outsail

However, though we cannot help misfortunes, we can help deserving them, and I am determined that want of gratitude and attention shall never be an accusation against me; therefore I'm resolved to decamp without beat of drum and, if I can, outsail the Israelites, get to sea, and make every return in my power.
"The Naval Pioneers of Australia"
Louis Becke and Walter Jeffery
But he did not believe she could outsail the steamer which was now approaching, and safety by flight was not to be considered.
"Mrs. Cliff's Yacht"
Frank R. Stockton
When I am with you we shall cut the boat adrift and let the vessel outsail us.
"In the Days of Drake"
J. S. Fletcher

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