A storm over the Hawaiian Islands, characterized by strong southerly or southwesterly winds and heavy rains

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DERRICK

A device for hoisting and lowering heavy weights, cargo, stores, etc

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.

GROUND CHAIN

Heavy chain used with permanent moorings and connecting the various legs or bridles

ICE BUOY

A sturdy buoy, usually a metal spar, used to replace a more easily damaged buoy during a period when heavy ice is anticipated.

RING STICKING

Freezing of a piston ring in its groove in a piston engine or reciprocating compressor due to heavy deposits in the piston ring zone.

DETERGENT OIL

A heavy duty oil containing a detergent additive. These oils are mainly used in combustion engines.

CRANE SHIP

A ship with a crane specialized in lifting heavy loads.

TO LABOR

To pitch and roll heavily under conditions which subject the ship to unusually heavy stresses caused by confused or turbulent seas or unstable stowage of cargo

CABLE

A heavy rope or chain for mooring a ship

JETTISON

To throw objects overboard, especially to lighten a craft in distress. Jettisoned objects that float are termed FLOTSAM; those that sink JETSAM; and heavy articles that are buoyed for future recovery, LAGAN.

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