Frigate (sail)/Definition

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A definition or brief description of Frigate (sail).

A fast, moderately heavily gunned sailing warship, with enough firepower to overcome slower vessels and enough speed to outrun more powerful ships; used on independent operations and scouting; cf. cruiser