Flat steel stock of various thicknesses used in the construction of a ship to form the sides and decks.

Hinged covers for freeing ports.

Nickname for a dinghy

A development of the carrack, with the high forecastle eliminated.

Wing-like retractable devices extending from the sides of the vessel to dampen down rolling in seas and produce a steadier, smoother, and more comfortable motion.

See Terms of Sale.

Moving belt which brings a continuous supply of buckets loaded with bulk commodities.

One that has the right-of-way and should maintain her course and speed during a crossing or overtaking situation, unless a collision appears imminent. (Was formerly called "the privileged vessel.")

Foam or spray which is thrown out under the bow of a ship when she is under way. If fast moving with a lot of spray being thrown out, the vessel is said to have "A bone in her teeth".

Loaded containers moving within the railroad system that are not clearly identified on any internally generated reports.

The shape or design of a sail.

An unhandy seaman.

An acid carbonate.

Rotative speeds at which rotating machinery-axial or screw lobe-pass through unbalanced operation.

A consolidation service, putting small shipments into containers for shipment.

A bolt fitted with a ring through its eye, used for securing, running, rigging, etc.

Nautical slang for the engineroom crew. Included the chief engineer, who ran the engine and supervised; oilers and wipers, who lubricated and maintained the engine; and firemen and coal-passers, who fed the steam boilers.

The construction system employed in container vessels; permits ship containers to be stowed in a vertical line with each container supporting the one above it.

A phrase often included in charter parties and freight contracts referring to local rules and practices which may impact upon the costs borne by the various parties.

Chemicals containing carbon and hydrogen.