A large plastic constant-level balloon for duration flying at very high altitudes.

When flogging a seaman, to run the fingers through the Cat-O'-Nine-Tails after each stroke to separate the strands in preparation for the next stroke.

The passing of several turns of line across the jaw of a hook to prevent something on the hook, such as an eye or a line, from jumping clear.

Load/unload control system that tries to maximize compressor efficiency by matching air delivery and air demand. Compressor is operated at full load or idle.

Fitted with drilling rig (oil derrick with rotary drill and a mud pumping system), drilling for petroleum.

A national trade association of solar energy equipment manufacturers, retailers, suppliers, installers, and consultants.

The monochromatic irradiance of a surface per unit bandwidth at a particular wavelength, usually expressed in Watts per square meter-nanometer bandwidth.

A law limiting the time in which claims or suits may be instituted.

To double a vessel's mooring lines.

The angle between a line from a point on the earth's surface to the center of the solar disc, and a line extending horizontally from the point.

The soft sandstone block sailors use to scrub the deck, so-called, because seamen were on their knees to use it.

To ascertain the proper course to be steered to make the desired point or port. Shark's mouth

A safety device used to prevent or stop unwanted flames.

To bind together in order to increase tension or to prevent from blowing loose.

(1) A knot used to secure a line to another object such as a ring or cylindrical object or to another line; (2) Common term for an enlistment.

Practices and measures that increase energy efficiency.

A synthetic rubber frequently used for vessel and liquid filter element gasket.

(CBI) An independent non-profit making, non party political organisation which represents the interests.

Insurance provided for company employees by employers. Items covered may include health insurance,.

To touch bottom.