A filter element so full of contaminants that no longer can pass rated flow without excessive pressure differential.

The most commonly used lubricating oil for compressors.

A metallic pad, usually embedded in concrete, on which the compressor feet are mounted.

The type of bottom that the anchor is set in.

An individual with specific knowledge of a harbor, canal, river or other waterway, qualified to guide vessels through the region. Some areas require that boats and ships be piloted by a licensed pilot.

Above the main deck.

Is a heat exchanger located immediately preceding an ejector to condense and remove a portion of the vapor in the mixture and thus reduce the total lb/hr to be handled.

Time after which legal claims will not be entertained

Where the engines of a ship are confined.

Small pump for shower drainage

A small, heavy triangular loose-footed sail fitted aft of the mast and used primarily in very strong winds.

A term which describes the rising of warm air above cold air when two air masses of different temperatures, humidity and pressure meet.

The part of the rope or line, between the end and the standing part, on which a knot is formed.

A paint applied to the boat's bottom below the waterline which contains "poisons", such as copper, to inhibit the growth of marine life such as weeds or barnacles.

Speed or velocity of current (2) The leeway, or movement of the boat, when not under power, or when being pushed sideways while under power

A port where cargo is received by the ocean carrier and stuffed into containers but then moved to another coastal port to be waded on a vessel.

A display of national colors at all mastheads and the array of signal flags from bow to stern over the masthead (for special occasions and holidays).

To intercept the wind. A vessel or highland to windward is said to becalm another. So one sail becalms another.

The bearing surrounding the propeller shaft where it exits the hull.

Development of the lugsail rig where the sail is cut with a very short luff and lon leech.