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Nautical
of or relating to boats, sailing, maritime topics
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Quarterdeck
Transportation; Nautical
The aftermost deck of a warship. In the age of sail, the quarterdeck was the preserve of the ship's officers.
Radar reflector
Transportation; Nautical
A special fixture fitted to a vessel or incorporated into the design of certain aids to navigation to enhance their ability to reflect radar energy. In general, these fixtures will materially improve ...
Planing
Transportation; Nautical
When a fast-moving vessel skims over the water instead of pushing through it.
Pontoon
Transportation; Nautical
A flat-bottomed vessel used as a ferry, barge, car float or a float moored alongside a jetty or a ship to facilitate boarding.
Porthole or port
Transportation; Nautical
An opening in a ship's side, esp. a round one for admitting light and air, fitted with thick glass and, often, a hinged metal cover, a window
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