A device for separating solids or suspended particles in the air before they enter the air intake of the compressor and reduce intake noise as on reciprocating compressors through a silencing chamber in the filter housing.

A platform and protective coaming setting high up on a mast, to accommodate the look-out aloft while the ship is at sea.

A large heavy knot usually made in the end of a heaving line to aid in accurate throwing.

The part of a ship's rigging which is permanently secured and immovable; e.g. stays, shrouds, etc.

The marrying of two or more portions of one shipment that originate at different locations, moving under one bill of lading, from one shipper to one consignee. Authority for this service must be granted by tariff publication. See Bill of Lading.

A void or empty space separating two or more compartments for the purpose of insulation, or to prevent the liquid contents of one compartment from entering another in case of a leak.

One complete turn of the line around a cleat, spar or another line.

A fishing vessel designed to tow a trawl for catching bottom fish.

A draft payable on demand upon presentation.

The individual or firm that issues a draft and thus stands to receive payment.

A small buoy that is used to mark the position of an anchor. It is attached to the base or crown of an anchor and can be used to recover the anchor if it has to be cast adrift, or to trip it if it becomes wedged.

Said of a vessel with little stability, whether due to design or to stowage of cargo.

The Roman god of the sea, associated with Salacia, the goddess of Salt Water.

A knot used to form a knob in the end of a line to prevent the end from running through a block or other narrow space.

A sailing vessel dead in the water due to lack of wind (not moving).

To steer the boat more into the wind, thereby causing the sails to flap or luff.

Abbreviation for "Master Container Freight Station." See CFS.

A type of journal bearing in centrifugal air compressors.

To transfer goods from one transportation line to another, or from one ship to another.

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.