The ship that carries an admiral's flag.

Long-range navigation system that uses radio signals transmitted at specific times. An onboard receiver computes position by measuring the difference in time of signal reception. This system is being phased out in favor of GPS.

The act of taking a ship on the high seas from those lawfully entitled to it.

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.

An old term for getting married.

A single masted cutter built expressly for the prevention of smuggling and the enforcement of customs regulations.

A closed rail freight car.

A small channel or opening in a filter medium which allows passage of gas.

Progress backwards.

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.

Passing another vessel.

All naval officers with the rank of rear admiral (or its equivalent) and above.

A unit designed to separate condensate from the compressed air stream.

A piece of wood fitted in various places to act as a preventative to chafe.

A safety device used to prevent or stop unwanted flames.

The pressure containing stationary element that encloses the rotor and associated internal components of a compressor, including integral inlet and discharge connections.

A positive displacement type compressor.

A port designated by the government of a country for duty-free entry of any non-prohibited goods. Merchandise may be stored, displayed, used for manufacturing, etc., within the zone and re-exported without duties.

The air compressor continues to run and air supply is matched to the demand by partial unloading. This can be accomplished by a regulator controlled floating inlet or by step unloading.

A buoy secured to a permanent anchor sunk deeply into the bottom.