Nautical Term: Coming around

Definition of Coming around

Coming around is a nautical term used to describe the act of bringing a sailing vessel into the wind and changing to another tack. It can also be used to refer to an individual who is influenced to a change of opinion.

For example, in a racing scenario, a sailor may call out coming around! to signal that they are preparing to change direction and tack into the wind.

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