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A soft covering for cables (or any other obstructions) that prevents sail chafing from occurring.
Industry:Boat
A small room/closet area in the hull of the ship used for storing gunpowder in barrels, or, "kegs", usually located centrally so as to have easy access to the grated loading area. Sometimes may be an enclosed closet with a door, so it can be locked and only the captain would have the key, similar to how rum is stored.
Industry:Boat
A small platform partway up the mast, just above the height of the mast's main yard. A lookout is stationed here, and men who are working on the main yard will embark from here. See also Crow's Nest.
Industry:Boat
A small propeller or water-jet at the bow, used for manoeuvring larger vessels at slow speed. May be mounted externally, or in a tunnel running through the bow from side to side.
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A small craft or vessel designed to float on, and provide transport over, or under, water.
Industry:Boat
A small flag, typically triangular, flown from the masthead of a yacht to indicate yacht-club membership.
Industry:Boat
A small anchor. A fouled killick is the substantive badge of non-commissioned officers in the RN. Seamen promoted to the first step in the promotion ladder are called 'Killick'. The badge signifies that here is an Able Seaman skilled to cope with the awkward job of dealing with a fouled anchor.
Industry:Boat
A small buoy secured by a light line to anchor to indicate position of anchor on bottom.
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