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laker

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A type of ship that trades only in the Great Lakes of North America. They carry predominantly grain and ore cargoes.

laid-up

Transportation; Shipping

Ships not in active service; a ship which is out of commission for fitting out, awaiting better markets, needing work for classification, etc.

knot

Transportation; Shipping

Unit of speed in navigation, which is the rate of nautical mile (1,852 metres or 6,080 feet) per hour. i.e. 1. 852 km/h.

keel

Transportation; Shipping

The lowest longitudinal timber of a vessel, on which framework of the whole is built up; combination of iron plates serving same purpose in iron vessel.

jones act

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Contentious US Merchant Marine Act of 1920, Section 27, requiring that all U. S. Domestic waterborne trade be carried by U. S. -flag, U. S. -built, and U. S. -manned vessels.

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Industry/Domain: Food (other) Category: Herbs & spices

Cayenne pepper

Spice (ground) Description: Powdered seasoning made from a variety of tropical chiles, including red cayenne peppers. It is very hot and spicy, so use ...