In the direction the wind is blowing. A boat sailing downwind, away from the wind source with the sails let out all the way, is running with the wind.

A line connecting points of equal magnetic variation on a map.

A single complete operation consisting of progressive phases starting and ending at the neutral position.

Iron or steel straps fastened diagonally across a ship's frames to make a rigid framework.

Certificate given to a ship arriving from a foreign port, by the port's health officer, indicating that there are no cases of disease aboard the ship and the health of all on board is good.

A type of knot that tightens under load. It is formed by running the standing line through the loop formed in a regular bowline, or by tying around a bight in the line.

A document issued by the carrier based on the bill of lading and other information; used to account for a shipment operationally, statistically, and financially. An Invoice.

When the two blocks of a tackle have been drawn as close together as possible.

(1) A ruffle on the water indicating a breath of wind during a calm (2) A twisting hitch made in the bight of a rope to form two eyes, through which the hook of a tackle is passed for hoisting purposes.

Spiked pole used for propelling a barge or boat by resting its outboard end on an unyielding object.

Notations made when the cargo is received at the carrier's terminal or loaded aboard a vessel. They show any irregularities in packaging or actual or suspected damage to the cargo. Exceptions are then noted on the bill of lading.

Is the lowest temperature to which oil must be heated under standardized test conditions to drive off sufficient inflammable vapour to flash when brought into contact with a flame. Flash points of petroleum based lubricants increase with increasing pressu ...

The forward edge of a fore-and-aft sail

Chest, or compartment, in which is stowed clothing for issue to crew.

Small pump for shower drainage

A compressor control mechanism designed to control performance output of the compressor to the demands of the plant process.

An extra charge sometimes added to steamship freight rates; justified by higher fuel costs. (Also known as Fuel Adjustment Factor or FAF.)

The chamber located on suction side of cap tube, in which freon is evaporated to cause cooling in a refrigeration system.

An auxiliary engine used for furnishing power for a variety of small mechanical chores.

The mark stencilled in and painted on a ship's side, designated by a circle and horizontal lines to mark the highest permissible load water lines under different conditions.