Dictionary of Old Sea Terms, 3rd Edition 2000 NIMA/NGA Sailing Directions 1 Thruster transition

1 Thruster transition

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3 Heavy Weather Ballast

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Dictionary of Old Sea Terms, 3rd Edition 2000 NIMA/NGA Sailing Directions 1 Thruster transitionSEA terms are mostly of ancient origin, but since the turn of the century, when the first edition of Dictionary of Old Sea Terms was compiled, many new materials and techniques have come into use; for example, Glass Re enforced Plastic for building, and the internal combustion engine for propelling vessels. Nearly all the sailing craft mentioned in the Dictionary may, and probably will, be fitted with motors and, as likely as not, their rig will be