Haly is a term used in nautical and sailing contexts to refer to a rope or line used for raising or lowering a sail or flag on a ship's mast. Synonyms for haly include main halyard, jib halyard, spinnaker halyard, topping lift, and downhaul. These terms are used to describe specific types of ropes used for different purposes in sailing. A main halyard is used to hoist up a mainsail, while a jib halyard is used for a jib sail. A spinnaker halyard is used for a spinnaker sail. Topping lifts and downhauls are used to adjust the position of the mast and sails in relation to wind conditions.