The task of conducting the passage of a ship in pilot waters using means available to the navigator in low visibility
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BUMPKIN
The spar projecting from stern of ship
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ABSORBER
That part of the low side of an absorption system, used for absorbing vapor refrigerant.
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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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REFRIGERATOR
A device to transfer heat from a low temperature to a high temperature medium.
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HALF-TIDE LEVEL
A tidal datum midway between mean high water and mean low water. Mean sea level may coincide with half-tide level, but seldom does; the variation is generally about 3 centimeters and rarely exceeds 6 centimeters. Also called MEAN TIDE LEVEL.
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HIGH WATER STAND
The condition at high water when there is no sensible change in the height of the water. A similar condition at low water is called LOW WATER STAND
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BRIGHT STOCK
A heavy residual lubricant stock with low pour point, used in finished blends to provide good bearing film strength, prevent scuffing, and reduce oil consumption. Usually identified by its viscosity, SUS at 210°F or cSt at 100°C.
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DOGWATCH
A short, evening period of watch duty on a ship
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