Dangerously steep and breaking seas due to opposing currents and wind in a shallow area.

A penalty charge against shippers or consignees for delaying carrier's equipment beyond allowed time. Demurrage applies to cargo; detention applies to equipment. See Per Diem.

Is one in which the space occupied by the mixture is saturated with water vapor at the mixture temperature.

Energy terms

A publication setting forth the charges, rates and rules of transportation companies.

To temporarily sew the ends of two ropes together for rendering through a block. Also to grip together parts of a fall to prevent running out. To marry strands to prepare for splicing.

A general handyman in the engine room.

Bell used for striking the half hours of each watch.

To fake line back and forth on deck.

A thousand.

To attain headway (to get going or pick up speed).

The adjustment of the standing rigging, the sails and the hull to balance the boat for optimum performance.

Abbreviation for "Please Authorize Delivery Against Guarantee." A request from the consignee to the shipper to allow the carrier or agent to release cargo against a guarantee, either bank or personal. Made when the consignee is unable to produce original ...

A letter of credit that requires the beneficiary to present only a draft or a receipt for specified funds before receiving payment.

Sailing beyond a racing mark or buoy whereby you sail a greater distance

To wrap a small line around another.

A boat owner's private pennant.

A mallet used for passing serving around a line.

An item such as a nail, screw, rivet or other device used to fasten objects together.

The amount of work done on or by a system is equal to the amount of energy transferred to or from the system.