On larger sailing vessels, the space between the foremast and mainmast where spare spars were stored.

A machine which aspirates gas which has already been compressed and delivers the same at higher pressure.

A pump for circulating the heat transfer fluid in a hydronic heating system.

In heating and cooling system distribution ductwork, the transformation pieces connecting horizontal round leaders to vertical rectangular stacks.

A painted stripe along the waterline delineating the topside from the bottom paint

The anti-corrosive paint used on and above the waterline.

Goods from a captured ship which was permitted to be distributed among the captors at once.

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Sudden and rapid flow of tide in certain rivers and estuaries which rolls up in the form of a wave. also known as Eagre.

An old naval saying to indicate those young men who, through birth or connection, were able to enter the Royal Navy without examination. Their subsequent promotion was assured.

The chemical element commonly used as the dopant in solar photovoltaic device or cell material.

Shortening of the old term "boatswain," an unlicensed member of the crew who supervises the work of the deck men under direction of the first mate.

The piece of board on which a man working aloft is swung.

The deck chest in which the bos'n keeps his deck gear.

The locker in which the bos'n keeps his deck gear.

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The swell of a ship's hull around the propeller shaft.

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Canvas or wood seat attached a halyard to raise and lower someone to work on the mast