Opposite of absorption or adsorption. In filtration, it relates to the downstream release of particles previously retained by the filter.

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

Sundays, holidays excluded

An expression describing a sailing ship set with every sail she can carry.

An instrument designed to detect the ultrasonic emissions and convert them to audible signal.

Wind coming from the north.

A seat or brace running laterally across the width of a rowing boat.

Dangle a man from one of the yard arms, sometimes by the neck, if the man was to be killed, and sometimes by the toes, if he was merely to be tortured. A severe punishment used aboard sailing ships long ago. Today, a reprimand.

Get gear in condition for use; to separate the blocks of a tackle to lengthen the fall (ready for use again).

Completely filled with water.

U.S. Commerce Department document, "Shipper's Export Declaration."

Is the ratio of the thermodynamic work requirement in the cylinder to actual brake horsepower requirement.

Federal Communications Commission Rules governing radio equipment and operation in the United States.

Difference in air or gas temperature between the outlet of the intercooler and the inlet of the compressor.

A wharf licensed and attended by Customs authorities.

A topsail on the main mast.

(1) To bind a line with marline, cord, twine, wire, or other "small stuff" to prevent accidental opening or unraveling (2) To freeze up, as a valve.

Is the energy a substance possesses by virtue of its motion or velocity. Used primarily in calculations for dynamic and ejector type compressors

A notification by carrier of ship's arrival to the consignee, the "Notify Party," and - when applicable - the "Also Notify Party." These parties in interest are listed in blocks 3, 4 and 10, respectively, of the Bill of Lading.

Drydocking, beaching, or careening a vessel and carefully examining the bottom with a view to ascertaining any damage it may have.