Small charts showing tidal stream directions and rate of flow.

Used to denote movements of cargo containers interchangeably between transport modes, i.e., motor, water, and air carriers, and where the equipment is compatible within the multiple systems.

A small receiver fitted on the inlet or discharge of a reciprocating compressor. The device is designed to remove the resonance from the compressor thereby reducing noise.

A spar which projects forward from the bow of some boats, and extends the sail plan by allowing the headsails to be secured further forward.

The essential fittings and equipment of a ship, such as anchors, rigging, masts, davits, derricks, winches, etc., excluding her consumable stores such as water, fuel and victuals.

A valve designed to prevent air volume and pressure from escaping the compressor tank back into compressor heads while compressor is not operating.

An itemized list of goods shipped to a buyer, stating quantities, prices, shipping charges, etc.

To lower, sink deeper.

Tassels of unraveled line, yarns, etc. which are lashed around chafe spots such as spreaders to prevent chafe on sails.

Is the temperature at which water vapor begins to condense at atmospheric pressure. Is the same as dew point, but is related to atmospheric air only.

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

A type of journal bearing in centrifugal air compressors.

A seaman's personal "painter" is his lifeline, and if it is severed, he dies.

Slang sailing expression for a piece of metal or shroud that can cut or stab you.

(1) To fill a space (room) with water; (2) A rising tide.

To luff or luff up is to head into the wind, causing sails to flutter.

A sudden burst of wind stronger than the current wind conditions.

Former name for the equipment of a vessel, and included the personnel.

Used with reference to charges assessed for cargo movement past a line-haul terminating point.

In water transportation, the deliberate sacrifice of cargo to make the vessel safe for the remaining cargo. Those sharing in the spared cargo proportionately cover the loss.