A bend or hitch used to attach a line to a ring or spar so that by pulling the end of the line, the hitch will come free. This is done by passing a bight of the line under the other part so that when strain is applied the bight is jammed. A pull on the en ...

A metal fitting with an arm that uses a spring to close automatically when connected to another object.

Pair of hooks linked together and attached to a crane.

In sailboat racing, a tactical maneuver to lock in a competitor by tacking on them in close proximity so they can not tack from under your boat and they start to lose speed due to your sails blocking their sails.

The turbulent effect of air on the lee side of a sail when trimmed in too far.

Specially designed for the transport of chemicals.

A rope sewn into the luff or foot of a sail for use in attaching to the mast or boom.

Scoop like devices used to direct air into and ventilate a boat.

A person or firm performing a consolidation service for others. The consolidator takes advantage of lower full carload (FCL) rates, and savings are passed on to shippers.

Also known as (U.S.) Federal Bill of Lading Act of 1916. U.S. federal law enacting conditions by which a B/L may be issued. Penalties for issuing B/L's containing false data include monetary fines and/or imprisonment.

PSI - Pounds per square inch.

Starboard.

A rope network.

An anchor is said to bite when the flukes dig themselves into the ground and hold firm without dragging.

In sailboat racing, to take to opposite tack of the rest of the fleet when behind, hoping that the wind will shift to your benefit.

The speed needed for a boat to begin planing.

The point of equilibrium of the total weight of a containership, truck, train or a piece of cargo.

block

A board that can be raised and lowered by pivoting in a watertight box called the trunk or well to increase the draft and lateral area of the hull, preventing the boat from sliding sideways. Unlike a daggerboard, which lifts vertically, a centerboard pivo ...

The location from which the boat is steered, usually in the middle or at the stern of the boat.