The positioning and shape of the sails to the wind; To sheet in or out the sails for the most optimal performance and speed

An international goods classification system for describing cargo in international trade under a single commodity-coding scheme. Developed under the auspices of the Customs Cooperations Council (CCC), an international Customs organization in Brussels, thi ...

A sliding fitting that attaches to a track allowing for the adjustment of blocks or other devices attached to the car.

A halyard used to raise the spinnaker.

The porous device which perform the actual process of filtration.

A lighted or unlighted fixed (non-floating) aid to navigation that serves as a signal or indication for guidance or warning. (Lights and daybeacons both constitute "beacons.")

A reversible propeller mounted in a tunnel running through the ship/s hull to give movement athwart-ships.

American Shipbrokers Association

An ornamental carved and painted figure on the stem of the vessel.

Rope made of the fibers of the hemp plant and used for small stuff or less than 24 thread (1.75 inch circumference). (Rope is measured by circumference, wire by diameter.)

To turn the boat head-to-wind so as to go about on the opposite tack

An irrevocable letter issued for a specific amount; renews itself for the same amount over a given period.

Name given to the lowest deck in a ship.

A device that removes solid contaminants, such as dirt or metal particles, from a liquid or gas (air is a gas), or that separates one liquid from another, or a liquid from a gas. The term filter describes the complete unit ... housing, filter element, int ...

A beam which supports a deck.

An additional keel secured outside the main keel, usually as protection in the event of grounding.

A pilot with a license stating that they are qualified to guide vessels in a particular area.

Meddling or fooling around.

The command given to inform the crew that the helm is being turned quickly to leeward, turning the boat windward

An empty wine bottle after its contents have been drunk.