(1) To fill a space (room) with water; (2) A rising tide.

The practically steady winds blowing toward the equator, N.E. in the northern and SE. in the southern hemisphere.

A multihull with two hulls separated by a deck or crossbeams from which a trampoline is suspended; abbreviated "cat."

A signal which is hoisted during a sailing race to protest the actions of another (for rules infractions)

Small charts showing tidal stream directions and rate of flow.

Used to denote movements of cargo containers interchangeably between transport modes, i.e., motor, water, and air carriers, and where the equipment is compatible within the multiple systems.

The lowest charge that can be assessed to transport a shipment.

A solid adsorbent used for drying compressed air.

Hinged extension of the tiller which allows the skipper to control the tiller while hiking or sitting forward.

Water which runs down and collects in the bilges of a ship and usually becomes foul and noxious.

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

Is the total pressure (static plus velocity) at the inlet flange of the compressor.

The forward curve of the stem of a ship.

A valve which connects the high pressure side of a compressed air system to the suction side and is adjusted so as to maintain a specific pressure on the suction side by controlled bleeding of hot gas to the suction side.

The total electrical power input to a compressor, including drive motor, cooling fan, motors, controls, etc.

Near or toward the shore

Equipped to extract petroleum, e.g. oil production ship.

To calculate your position using time, the position of celestial bodies, and mathematical tables. Position is determined by measuring the apparent altitude of one of these objects above the horizon using a sextant and recording the times of these sighting ...

A general term for provisions, materials and supplies used aboard ship for the maintenance of the crew, and for the navigation, propulsion and upkeep of the vessel and its equipment.

A pipe, tube or channel that conveys a substance (such as air throughout a building).2. Tubes used to move air, such as to ventilate an enclosed area.