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From 'bol' or 'bole', the round trunk of a tree. A substantial vertical pillar to which lines may be made fast. Generally on the quayside rather than the ship.
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From the French timonnier, is a name given, on particular occasions, to the steersman of a ship.
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Formed body of personnel from a ship of the Royal Navy (either a ship seeking personnel for its own crew or from a 'press tender' seeking men for a number of ships) that would identify and force (press) men, usually merchant sailors into service on naval ships usually against their will.
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Foam or spray on wave tops caused by stronger winds (usually above Force 4).
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Fire oriented towards the ends of the ship; the opposite of broadside fire.
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