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Ocean Watch
More Nautical Terms
(Pop quiz on the boat)
Bow
Stern
Port
Starboard
Cleat
Aft
Beam
The pointy end of the boat-the forward end
The back end
Left side of the vessel when looking forward
Right side of the vessel when looking forward
A stationary device used to secure a rope aboard a vessel
Towards the stern (of the vessel)
The width of a vessel at the widest point, or a point alongside the ship at
the mid-point of its length
Bearing
The horizontal direction of a line of sight between two objects on
the surface of the earth
Chock
Hole or ring attached to the hull or deck to guide a line through
Rope
Ropes on boats are called lines
Anchor
Typically a metal hook-like or plough-like device; often stored at the bow
Astern
Towards the stern (rear) of a vessel; also something behind the vessel
Shrouds
Can also be called “Standing Rigging”; lines or cables secured to the mast
and the to the sides of a vessel. Used to provide support for the mast.
Skipper
The captain of a ship
Rigging
The system of masts and lines on ships and sailing vessels
Halyard
Lines used to raise a sail.
Forestays Long lines or cables, reaching from the bow of the vessel to the mast
head, used to support the mast.
Fender
An air or foam filled bumper used to help keep boats from hitting
docks or each other.
Buoy
Floating object of a defined shape and color, which is anchored at a given
position, serves as an aid to navigation.
Block
A pulley or set of pulleys.
Binnacle The stand on which the ship's compass is mounted.
Backstays Long lines or cables, reaching from the stern of the vessel to the mast.
Used to support the mast.
Winch or Windlass
Hand or mechanical powered device used with lines
of chains to raise anchors, trim sails, or lift heavy objects.
Keel Haul An ancient form of punishment on sailing vessels
(You do not want to experience keel hauling!)