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v. t.) To change the direction of

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	v. t.) ~~The~~ direction of a vessel in regard to the trim of her sails; as, the starboard tack, or port tack; -- the former when she is closehauled with the wind on her starboard side; hence, the run of a vessel on one tack; also, a change of direction.		v. t.) To change the direction of