Directly ahead on the extension of the ship's fore and aft line.

are registered in the United States and are subject to additional U.S. laws and regulations to which foreign-flag vessels are not. They must be owned by U.S. citizens, corporations, or governments and must be crewed mainly by U.S. citizens.

The mating device that is inserted into the coupler of a quick coupler and locked to complete the connection. Also referred to as plug or nipple.

Any direction between the beam and the stern, more behind a vessel than in front of it. Behind a perpendicular line extending out from the middle of the boat

Abbreviation for "Released Value Not Exceeding." Usually used to limit the value of goods transported.The limitation refers to carrier liability when paying a claim for lost or damaged goods

A stopper not in the end of a line.

Able seaman.

A pressure rating in psi for valves. W. Water, O. Oil, G. Gas

Allocation by a seaman of a percentage of his wages.

An instrument that uses radio waves to communicate with other vessels. VHF very high frequency - radios are common for marine use, but are limited in range. Single Side Band SSB - radios have longer ranges.

If you are in the Northern Hemisphere, a storm's center and direction of travel can be determined by using Buys Ballot's Law. To do this, face the wind and extend your right arm out at about 90

Old Navy nickname for a flogging, particularly when across a gun.

Warehouse Withdrawal for Transportation Exportation (WDT&E)Allows merchandise that has been withdrawn from a bonded warehouse at one port to be transported in bond through the U.S. to be exported from another port, without paying duty.

1. On a line at right angles to a ship/s length.2. At right angles to the keel of the boat, but not on the boat.

A way of loading cargo into large barges and then in turn loading the barges into a ship.

(See WATCH.)

Toward the rear (stern) of the boat. Behind.

Insurance coverage for loss of goods resulting from any act of war.

A document required on merchandise imported into the United States.

An iron plate covering a hawse hole.