A line or spar used to limit the free movement a sail, cargo hook or boom.
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RESTRICTOR
A device for producing a deliberate pressure drop or resistance in a line by reducing the cross-sectional flow area.
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ASTERN
A backward movement of a vessel
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BULK CARGO
Cargo such as oil, coal, ore, woodchips, etc. not shipped in bags or containers
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TRAMP FREIGHTER
A cargo ship engaged in the tramp trade.
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CAPACITY PLAN
A plan outlining the spaces available for fuel, cargo, ballast, fresh water, etc, with guides on weight and volume for spaces at various drafts and displacements
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AIR BREATHER
A device permitting air movement between atmosphere and the component in/ on which it is installed.
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COMBI
Vessel designed for a combination of passengers, and different types of cargo.
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DERRICK
A device for hoisting and lowering heavy weights, cargo, stores, etc
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GRID RHUMB LINE
A line making the same oblique angle with all grid meridians. Grid parallels and meridians may be considered special cases of the grid rhumb line.
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HAND LEAD
A light sounding lead (7 to 14 pounds), usually having a line of not more than 25 fathoms
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