Non-vessel-operating common carrier, a ships agent that conducts business for the ship but does not operate the vessel.
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BUMPKIN
The spar projecting from stern of ship
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TRAMP FREIGHTER
A cargo ship engaged in the tramp trade.
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CORDAGE
Ropes in the rigging of a ship
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WEATHER SIDE
The side of a ship exposed to the wind.
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DOGWATCH
A short, evening period of watch duty on a ship
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FARDAGE
A wood placed in bottom of ship to keep cargo dry
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SURFACTANTS
A wetting agent used to prevent fouling, mainly in water cooling systems.
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FORESAIL
The lowest sail set on the foremast of square-rigged ship
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SURFACTANT
Surface-active agent that reduces interfacial tension of a liquid. A surfactant used in a petroleum oil may increase the oil's affinity for metals and other materials.
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CALCIUM SULFATE
Chemical compound (CaSO4) which is used at a drying agent or desiccant in liquid line dryers.
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