Refers to marine matters such as an Admiralty Court.

A written receipt in full, in discharge from all claims.

Large and long-winged seabird of the southern hemisphere capable of long flights. It was believed among seamen that albatrosses embodied the souls of dead sailors, and it was considered unlucky to kill one.

The hatchway nearest the stern.

Are any material with an affinity for moisture. These analyzers use sensing elements that contain moisture adsorbing material. A change in the moisture content of the element is detected by an electric network and is used as a measurement of dew point

A notched support for the boom when the sail is not raised. Unlike a gallows frame, a crutch is stowed when boat is sailing.

In a ship with multiple cabins, the cabin closest to the stern.

The bearing of a celestial body from an observer's position.

Stands for "Immediate Exit." In the U.S., Customs IE Form is used when goods are brought into the U.S. and are to be immediately re-exported without being transported within the U.S.

A shifting of the wind direction, opposite of backing. Clockwise in the northern hemisphere, counter-clockwise in the southern hemisphere.

The part of the boat behind the beam.

An adsorption type desiccant.

A notice sent to a local or foreign buyer advising that shipment has gone forward and containing details of packing, routing, etc. A copy of the invoice is often enclosed and, if desired, a copy of the bill of lading.

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.

A string of vessels which makes a particular voyage and serves a particular market.

Consignments of cargo sent abroad in a ship to be sold or bartered by the master to best advantage or when the opportunity arises.

Cubic capacity of a vessels holds to carry packaged dry cargo such as bales/pallets.

A temporary repair or replacement using improvised materials and parts.

Charges that are applied to the base tariff rate or base contract rate, e.g., bunkers, container, currency, destination/delivery.

Heavy roll to leeward with a beam wind.