Said to weigh.

A train of a specified number of railcars, perhaps 100, which remain as a unit for a designated destination or until a change in routing is made.

Refers to the direction in which a line goes.

A cap for the top of the mast.

Used for sending messages to outside companies. Messages are transmitted via Western Union, ITT and RCA. Being replaced by fax and internet.

A phrase with a nautical derivation, meaning a man under the influence of drink or unsteadiness through drink.

A method of lowering the sail in sections so that it can be reefed quickly.

Magnetic variation. The difference, east or west, between magnetic north and true north, measured as an angle. Magnetic variation varies in different geographic locations.

Fine separated particles floating in the air and clouding it. A substance in the gaseous state.

The sudden heave of the ship.

Alphabet used by the Navy when making sure that a letter is understood; i.e. "BRAVO OSCAR ALPHA TANGO spells BOAT"

An instrument that measures atmospheric pressure in inches or millibars of mercury

The highest level of cube utilization that can be achieved when loading cargo into a container.

On vessels constructed of wood, the narrow gap between the planks which form the decks and sides and were caulked to make them watertight. Since wood swells when it's in contact with water, a narrow seam is necessary to allow for the expansion.

Measuring point for compressor acceptance test. Distribution pressure (headers).

An opening in a ship's side, provided with a glazed lid or cover for the admission of light.

A gigantic sea animal.

Thin strips of wood put around the hatches, to keep the tarpaulin down. Also put upon rigging to keep it from chafing. A large batten widened at the end, and put upon rigging, is called a scotchman.

When the sheer curves down towards the bow and stern.