Chapter Three: WOTD Flashcards
1
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What is the definition of Rudder?
A
Device attached to a ship’s stern that controls the ship’s direction of travel
2
Q
What is the definition of Running lights?
A
Navigational lights required to be shown at night by a vessel underway
4
Q
What is the definition of scuttlebutt?
A
Originally a ship’s water barrel called a but in which the crew drew their drinking water; now applied to any drinking fountain
6
Q
What is the definition of range (2)
A
A water area designated for a particular line to gain access to the ship
8
Q
What is the definition of relieve?
A
To take the place of another
10
Q
What is the definition of rope?
A
General term applied to both fiber and wire rope
12
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What is the definition of Range (1)
A
The distance of an object from an observer
