What does the sailboat's post nyt crossword clue mean?

[StormyHuda]

I’m having trouble with the sailboat's post nyt crossword clue. I’m not very familiar with sailing terminology. Any help is welcome.

 

[Helena]

The sailboat’s post in the NYT crossword usually means “mast” the vertical pole that holds the sails.

 

[Vecna]

The “sailboat’s post” NYT crossword clue usually refers to the mast — the vertical pole on a sailboat that supports the sails.

 

[Audrey]

In crosswords in NYT, sailboat post is normally mast - the straight pole which carries the sails.