A rope passed round a man in the chains, while sounding.

To make headway when there is no apparent wind.

To stop, especially to stop work.

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The temperature at which an object gives out as much radiation as it receives from its surroundings.

Turning the wheel or tiller as far as possible

Instrument for measuring the depth of water from precipitation that is assumed to be distributed over a horizontal, impervious surface and not subject to evaporation.

The reversible interchange of ions between a liquid and solid, with no substantial structural changes in the solid.

Space booked by shipper or charterer on a vessel but not used

Cash In Advance.

Escort Ship.

A letter of credit forwarded to the beneficiary by the advising bank without engagement on the part of the advising bank.

The pressure equivalent of the velocity of a fluid.

To let go.

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Limber hole of a ship.

The strongest part of a vessel's side, to which the beams, knees, and foot-hooks are bolted. The part between the water's edge and the bulwarks.

A trade arrangement in which goods are shipped to a foreign buyer without guarantee of payment.

Used in emergencies, this is a container which allows oil to drip into the sea in heavy weather. An oil slick is produced which prevents waves from breaking over the deck of a boat.

In charge of twelve to four watch. Ships navigation officer. Keeps charts (maps) up to date and monitors navigation equipment on bridge.