1.the heading or position of a vessel relative to the trim of its sails
2.a short nail with a sharp point and a large head
3.gear for a horse
4.(nautical) a line (rope or chain) that regulates the angle at which a sail is set in relation to the wind
5.(nautical) the act of changing tack
6.sailing a zigzag course
1.fasten with tacks;
tack the notice on the board
2.turn into the wind;
The sailors decided to tack the boat
3.make by putting pieces together;
She pieced a quilt
4.sew together loosely, with large stitches;
baste a hem
5.fix to; attach;
append a charm to the necklace
6.reverse (a direction, attitude, or course of action)