The mating device that is inserted into the coupler of a quick coupler and locked to complete the connection. Also referred to as plug or nipple.

A document which requires proper signatures for consummating carriage of contract. Must be marked as "original" by the issuing carrier.

Abbreviation for "Released Value Not Exceeding." Usually used to limit the value of goods transported.The limitation refers to carrier liability when paying a claim for lost or damaged goods

Old Navy nickname for a flogging, particularly when across a gun.

A stopper not in the end of a line.

Warehouse Withdrawal for Transportation Exportation (WDT&E)Allows merchandise that has been withdrawn from a bonded warehouse at one port to be transported in bond through the U.S. to be exported from another port, without paying duty.

Any direction between the beam and the stern, more behind a vessel than in front of it. Behind a perpendicular line extending out from the middle of the boat

Allocation by a seaman of a percentage of his wages.

A pressure rating in psi for valves. W. Water, O. Oil, G. Gas

A way of loading cargo into large barges and then in turn loading the barges into a ship.

An iron plate covering a hawse hole.

Able seaman.

Insurance coverage for loss of goods resulting from any act of war.

A long ton of cargo that can be stowed in less than 40 cubic feet.

A letter of credit issued for the purchase and financing of merchandise, similar to acceptance-type letter of credit, except that it requires presentation of sight drafts payable on an installment basis.

1. On a line at right angles to a ship/s length.2. At right angles to the keel of the boat, but not on the boat.

A vertical post usually employed as a support - Also called a Sampson post

A document required on merchandise imported into the United States.

A device to attach oars to a rowboat, allowing the operator to row rather than paddle the boat.

To let out a line