Ketch

Definition of Ketch

Pronunciation: kĕch
n.1.(Naut.) An almost obsolete form of sailing vessel, with a mainmast and a mizzenmast, - usually from one hundred to two hundred and fifty tons burden.
2.(Naut.) In modern usage, a sailing vessel having two masts, with the main mast taller than the aftermost, or mizzen, mast.
Bomb ketch
See under Bomb.
1.A hangman. See Jack Ketch.
v. t.1.To catch.
To ketch him at a vantage in his snares.
- Spenser.

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sailing ship, sailing vessel
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