To bring the ship full way around in the wind. Used in general while sailing into the wind, but also used to indicate a swing back into the enemy in combat. Found on http://www.pirateglossary.com/phrases/
to bring the ship full way around in the wind. Used in general while sailing into the wind, but also used to indicate a swing back into the enemy in combat. Found on https://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/23412