A publication predicting the time and height of high tide and low tide.

(1) The location from which a vessel is steered and its speed controlled; navigation and command center of the vessel. (2) A man made structure crossing a body of water.

The ratio of the isothermal power consumption to shaft input.

Usually refers to a rating that applies to an article regardless of size or quantity.

To turn the boat away from the wind. Also, Fall Off. The opposite of heading up.

An anchor that is designed to bury itself into the ground by use of its plow shape. Also called a plow anchor.

Abbreviation for "Cubic Meter" (capital letters).

Heavy, linked chain secured to an anchor for mooring or anchoring.

On square-rigged ships, an additional sail set in good weather outside the square sails when the wind was abaft the beam.

The distance the ship's side falls in towards the center line above the load water line. Opposite of flare.

Entire weight of goods, packaging and freight car or container, ready for shipment. Generally, 80,000 pounds maximum container, cargo and tractor for highway transport.

Wooden swells on each side of the after end of a boom, having sheaves through which to lead the leech reefing pendants.

Amount of time for a compressor to complete one cycle.

Said of a distant ship when her hull is below horizon and her masts and upper works are visible.

Covered tunnels within a ship through which the tail shafts pass.

Dispute Settlement Understanding

An abandoned vessel at sea (a danger to navigation) or Any abandoned vessel.

Determination of the dutiable value of imported merchandise by a Customs official who follows procedures outlined in their country's tariff, such as the U.S. Tariff Act of 1930.

A brace, usually triangular, for reinforcing a corner or angle in the framework of a structure.

An additional extra tax.