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This glossary of nautical terms is an alphabetical listing of terms and expressions connected with ships, shipping, seamanship and navigation on water (mostly though not necessarily on the sea). Some remain current, while many date from the 17th to 19th centuries.
17 Ιαν 2024 · It's your go-to dictionary for #everythingboats: From boat parts to boat type, and every action command you'll need out on the water. "Look over there, beneath the gunwale," instructs the skipper to a guest who requires a boat hook to capture a mooring line. "Under the what?" the guest inquires.
19 Δεκ 2023 · New to the world of sailing? Here's our Ultimate glossary of basic nautical terms to have you sounding like a sailor. Are you a new boat owner? Whether you bought a jet ski or a 40-foot cabin cruiser, you’re going to need to understand the lingo while you’re out on the water.
5 Ιουν 2019 · Jacklines or Jack Stays: Lines, often steel wire with a plastic jacket, from the bow to the stern on both port and starboard. The Jack Lines are used to clip on the safety harness to secure the crew to the vessel while giving them the freedom to walk on the deck. Jackstaff: Short staff at ship’s bow from which the jack is hoisted.
25 Οκτ 2024 · Lifeline: A safety line or cable running along the sides of a boat. Liferaft : An inflatable raft used for emergency abandonment of a ship. Line : The correct nautical term for ropes used on a vessel, each with a specific name based on its use.
Boat — A waterborne vehicle smaller than a ship. Bombora — A shallow area where waves might break. Boom — A pole extending at a right angle from the mast. Boot Top — A painted line indicating the boat’s intended waterline. Booty — Refers to plunder or treasure, often associated with pirates.
12 Φεβ 2024 · In this guide, we’ll introduce essential boating terminology, ensuring you’re well-equipped to command your vessel with confidence and not sound like a greenhorn. Above: A man hold’s a compass with a boat in the background. Photo by Valentin Antonucci from Pexels.
