A stay leading from one mast, such as the main mast to another, such as the mizzen mast.

A situation in which waves strike a boat from the side, causing it to roll unpleasantly.

Compass error. The difference between the reading of a compass and the actual magnetic course or bearing due to errors in the compass reading. These errors can be caused by metals, magnetic fields and electrical fields near the compass. The act of checkin ...

Lifts temporary quarantine of a vessel; granted pratique by Health Officer.

Is the ratio in absolute units of the actual gas temperature to the critical temperature.

Required by some countries for protection against the dumping of certain types of merchandise or products.

A measuring tool used to check air pressure at the tool by inserting a hypodermic needle into the rubber hose.

A traditionally shaped anchor having flukes perpendicular to the stock of the anchor and connected by a shank. These are less common than modern anchors such as the plow and lightweight anchors.

An inspection method for welding, forgings etc. based on the ability of certain types of liquids to enter voids and crevices by capillary action and to remain there when the surface liquid is removed.

A mechanical, electrical, or manually operated pump used to remove water from the bilge.

A ship designed to carry all types of general cargo, or "dry cargo."

An arbitrary filter efficiency rating.

Place where cargo is transferred to another carrier.

A technical rail ramp, used for equalization of points not actually served.

Surface on which the bearing seal rides in an oil lubricated tailshaft bearing.

The place where a vessel lies. The place in which a man sleeps.

Cargo ship of 14.800 tonnes deadweight.

(turbine oils) -- a test for determining the ability of an oil to aid in preventing the rusting of ferrous parts in the presence of water.

A slang term for an open-top trailer or container with a tarpaulin cover.