Type of wrench used to tighten or loosen fire hose fittings.

Percentage of time a compressor unit can operate at full load over a thirty minute period.

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.

A paint applied to the boat's bottom below the waterline which contains "poisons", such as copper, to inhibit the growth of marine life such as weeds or barnacles.

The process of assimilating many small shipments into one large shipment at a central point so that economies of scale may be achieved; to commence discharge of cargo.

The fluid entering a component.

A short spar under the cap of the bowsprit used for holding down a jib boom.

Above the main deck.

Knees placed in the forward part of a vessel, across the stem, to unite the bows on each side. (See PLATE 3.)

On older sailing ships, a heavy piece of curved timber projecting from the bow for the purpose of holding anchors in position for letting go or for securing them after weighing.

In lore, the flag flown by a pirate ship - a white skull on a black background with crossed bones below the skull - although there is no evidence that such a flag was ever flown.

The speed and direction of the wind felt or measured when stationary. The motion of a boat will cause the wind to appear to be coming at a different direction and speed, which is known as apparent wind

A sailing vessel dead in the water due to lack of wind (not moving).

A rail car without a roof and walls.

ANSI specification for a Compressed air supply source that meets OSHA specification # 1910.134(i)(1)(ii)requirements for breathing air.

Leaning out over the side of the boat to to counteract heel and balance it.

A mast that is in place is stepped.

Pounds per square inch, differential.

The seller must deliver the goods to a pier and place them within reach of the ship's loading equipment. See Terms of Sale.

The space provided for stowage of provisions or other materials.