The operation of bringing two lines together; term also applied to other objects.

The relationship of flow per unit area to differential pressure across a filter medium.

When the wind shifts toward the bow. Opposite of lifted.

A compressor belonging to the group of dynamic compressors.

The sovereign power to take property for a necessary public use, with reasonable compensation.

Is any gas or gas mixture in which one or more of the constituents is at its saturated vapor pressure. The constituent at saturation pressure may or may not be water vapor.

A raft used in case of emergencies, such as sinking or fire.

Ice pack whose limits cannot be seen from ship.

One of the large square openings in the deck of a ship through which freight is hoisted in or out, and access is had to the hold.

Assault upon a seaman, by Master, while at sea.

A device to record temperature in a container while cargo is en route.

Gallons per minute

Steering; keeping the ship on the course given (no lazy steering).

A suspension of fine solid or liquid particles in a gas.

A new letter of credit issued to another beneficiary on the strength of a primary credit. The second L/C uses the first L/C as collateral for the bank. Used in a three-party transaction.

The center plank on a wooden deck.

A short-sea vessel which transfers cargo between a central "hub" port and smaller "spoke" ports.

A soft, cylindrical fabric bag for clothes and personal possessions

To assemble passengers and/or crew.

Ribbon, yarn, or other lightweight material attached to rigging or sails to indicate wind action or direction. Proper use of the telltales can help sailors improve their sail trim.