What is ketch? How to use in English

Definition & pronunciation of ketch

ketchnoun
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/ketʃ//ketʃ/

Where does the word ketch come from?

The word "ketch" originated in the British Isles during the 17th century. The term was first used to describe a small fishing boat with two masts - a mainmast and a shorter, smaller second mast known as a mizzen mast. The origin of the word is a topic of debate among linguists, but it's believed to have evolved from the Scandinavian word "kach" or "kake", meaning a light vessel. Alternatively, other theories suggest the word is derived from the Chinese word "kai", meaning a fast, light vessel used for fishing and transportation. Regardless of its origin, the word "ketch" came to describe a vessel with specific characteristics, including a Mizzen mast rigged to balance the main sail, making it easier to handle in rough seas. Today, the term is commonly used to describe a recreational sailboat with these characteristics, a far cry from its humble fishing vessel origins.

Vocabulary summary ketch

type noun

meaning small sailing ship (with two masts)

Example of vocabulary ketchnamespace

I prefer vinegar and salt on my French fries instead of ketchup.
She always orders a burger with extra ketchup from the diner down the street.
The restaurant served a delicious homemade ketchup made with ripe tomatoes and spices.
We spread ketchup onto the hot dogs before adding the relish and onions.
The ketchup packet exploded in my bag, covering my laptop in a sticky mess.