Wait, you're both right!
Hello,
Shrouds are stays, we just call them shrouds because the lateral stays on old-time boats, especially when festooned with ratlines, were thought to resemble garments for the mast (shroud meant garment, among other things).
As rigs evolve, we need to find our place in the lexicographical continuum, and it can be tough to decide which way to go. I favor backstay in this case, but could go either way.
Fair leads,
Brion Toss
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