The shape of the fore-body of a ship as it thrusts through the sea. A vessel with a slim bow is said to have a fine entry.

Cubic feet per minute. An airflow measurement of volume.

A document of title (such as a draft, promissory note, check, or bill of lading) transferable from one person to another in good faith for a consideration. Non-negotiable bills of lading are known as "straight consignment." Negotiable bills are known as " ...

American Standards Committee X12 responsible for developing EDI standards for the United States.

Invisible waves in the electromagnetic spectrum that are used to communicate (radio) - and navigate (radar).

On or near the line of immersion of a ship's hull.

A hoisting apparatus consisting of a block and tackle rigged at the end of a beam.

(1) When two or more boats tie up alongside each other. (2) Overlapping of edges of two ice-floes, so that one floe is partly supported by the other.

An adsorption type material used in compressed air dryers. Industry standards are activated alumina, silica gel and molecular sieves.(2) A material used to desiccate (dry) or dehumidify air.

To let go.

A mop, formed of old rope, used for cleaning and drying decks.

Speed Over Ground, speed relative to bottom.

Heavy latch by which doors, hatches, portholes, etc., are secured; verb - to latch

(SEE NEAPED)

The top of a wave.

Wind blowing from off the shore.

A shortening of the term, "Roll On/Roll Off." A method of ocean cargo service using a vessel with ramps which allows wheeled vehicles to be loaded and discharged without cranes.

A sailor's carving or etching on bones, teeth, tusks or shells.

A bearing 180

An aid to taking as astronomical sight with a sextant when the sea horizon is obscured through haze, fog, or darkness.