A letter of credit that allows the beneficiary to transfer in whole or in part to another beneficiary any amount which, in aggregate, of such transfers does not exceed the amount of the credit. Used by middlemen.

A pointed metal spike, used to separate strands of rope in splicing.

Always within Institute Warranties Limits (Insurance purpose).

In blue water beyond the 100-fathom line.

A term used to describe the condensate flow rate. It can be expressed as gallons per minute (GPM) or pounds mass per minute (lbm/min)

Sails that are not properly arranged for the point of sail that the boat is on. The sails may be luffing or have improper sail shape, or the boat may be heeling too much. These conditions will slow the boat down.

Having to do with boats, ships, or sailing.

A system by which an object such as a compass is suspended so that it remains horizontal as the boat heels.

To sail closer to the wind than another boat on the same tack.

To let go.

Filtering unit that separates solids and liquid droplets from gas (air). Widely used in removing oil from a gas or air.

To make headway when there is no apparent wind.

A place where boats can find fuel, water and other services. Marinas also contain slips where boats can stay for a period of time.

Originally, to suck rum from a coconut, the end of the nut resembling a monkey's face. Later, illicitly to suck spirit from a cask, usually through a straw. Also called Bleed the Monkey.

One who is employed in the working of cargo when a ship is being loaded or unloaded in port.

The cord, twine or other small stuff which is used to seize line.

Old and experienced seaman.

To pass a turn around a belaying pin or cleat.

An order to commence ship's work.

Turning the wheel or tiller as far as possible