Concise explanatory information to crew and/or passengers … [Read more...]

A general term referring to that area of a vessel where the wheel house and chart room are located. It is the navigating section of a vessel. … [Read more...]

Said of anchor when it lifts clear of the bottom. … [Read more...]

Calling names of the points of the compass in order. … [Read more...]

The forward most part of a vessel. This area usually houses gear lockers and is the end where anchors and mooring equipment are located. … [Read more...]

The locker in which the bos'n keeps his deck gear. … [Read more...]

The piece of board on which a man working aloft is swung. … [Read more...]

Shortening of the old term "boatswain," an unlicensed member of the crew who supervises the work of the deck men under the direction of the first mate. … [Read more...]

The anti-corrosive paint used on and above the waterline. … [Read more...]

A rest for a cargo-boom when lowered for securing for sea. … [Read more...]