Abbreviation for "Less than Container Load." The quantity of freight which is less than that required for the application of a container load rate. Loose Freight.

A means of purifying an air stream by using both gravitational and centrifugal forces.

The highest operating pressure the system or component is designed to withstand.

Measuring point for compressor acceptance test. Pressure at the point of use.

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

Customs form permitting in bond cargo to be moved from one location to another under Customs control, within the same Customs district. Usually in motor carrier's possession while draying cargo.

A threaded, adjustable fitting, used for stays, lifelines and sometimes other rigging. It is used to to maintain correct tension on standing rigging. Can also be used to pull objects together.

Refers to the direction in which a line goes.

Sailing other than close; hauled or into the wind (wind astern).

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

Change direction so as to point closer to where the wind is coming from. The opposite of falling off.

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

The lines that lead from the clew of the jib to the cockpit and are used to control the jib.

A lit navigational aid such as a lighthouse that can be used at night or in poor visibility.

(1) Order to men at the mast to extend themselves at intervals along a yard. (2) To keep a vessel at a certain place until a specified time has elapsed.

A line attached to the boom to prevent it from accidentally gybing.

A boat that is comfortable in rough weather.

A light sail, such as a spinnaker, used to make the most of light following winds.

Type of mobile crane found on a truck.

An entry that allows foreign merchandise arriving at one port to be exported from the same port without the payment of duty.