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Trick

Boat; General boating

A period of time spent at the wheel ("my trick's over").

Highfield lever

Boat; General boating

A particular type of tensioning lever, usually for running backstays. Their use allows the leeward backstay to be completely slackened so that the boom can be let fully out.

A partial deck, above the upper deck and at the head of the vessel; traditionally the sailors' living quarters. Pronounced /ˈfoʊksəl/, "fo'csle". The name is derived from the castle fitted to bear ...

Wales

Boat; General boating

A number of strong and thick planks running length-wise along the ship, covering the lower part of the ship's side.

Midshipman

Boat; General boating

A non-commissioned officer below the rank of Lieutenant. Usually regarded as being "in training" to some degree. Also known as 'Snotty'. 'The lowest form of animal life in the Royal Navy' where he ...

Master-at-arms

Boat; General boating

A non-commissioned officer responsible for discipline on a naval ship. Standing between the officers and the crew, commonly known in the Royal Navy as 'the Buffer'.