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Sailing Terms
Sailing terms
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08/19/2009

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Term
Abaft
Definition
behind, at, or toward the stern of the boat
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Abeam
Definition
At right angles to the fore-and-aft line of the boat
Term
Aft
Definition
Toward, at, or near the stern
Term
Anchor
Definition
A heavy device to secure boat. To weight anchor is to lift it. Flukes hold it.
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Anchorage
Definition
A sheltered area from strong winds and tides where its safe to drop anchor. The ground into which the anchor is dropped.
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