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

To temporarily sew the ends of two ropes together for rendering through a block. Also to grip together parts of a fall to prevent running out. To marry strands to prepare for splicing.

An empty wine bottle after its contents have been drunk.

An officer taking his turn as officer of the watch.

A letter of credit that requires the beneficiary to present only a draft or a receipt for specified funds before receiving payment.

Energy terms

To continue sailing under the same canvas despite the worsening of the wind.

To ease out or slacken a line, chain or cable or let it run in a controlled manner.

A projecting aperture at the end of a tube, pipe etc. serving as an outlet for compressed air. Reduces the demand on the compressor by generating the highest thrust and volume for the lowest possible air consumption.

A boat owner's private pennant.

Upward displacing swells.

A thousand.

To charge more than the proper amount according to the published rates.

The adjustment of the standing rigging, the sails and the hull to balance the boat for optimum performance.

A floating log

Cargo moving under Customs control where duty has not yet been paid.

A shore that wind blows onto; it is best to stay well off a lee shore in a storm

The oxidation of conventional hydrocarbon lubricants when they reach the end of their useful life and begin to breakdown. Can cause operating temperature increase, increase brake horsepower and plugs separator, can destroy air end.

To fake line back and forth on deck.

Sailing close hauled. Sailing toward the wind as much as possible with the wind coming from the bow.