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abaft
Towards the stern
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abeam
Abreast of or at right angles to the fore and aft line of the vessel
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aft
Towards the stern or rear of the vessel
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astern
Go backwards, put the engine in reverse
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bow
The front end of the vessel
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distance
Where 'miles' are referred to on this website, 'nautical' miles are meant - one nautical mile = 1.852km
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emergency position indicating radio beacon (epirb)
A small electronic device used in ships and boats that, when activated in a life-threatening situation, assists rescue authorities in their search to locate those in distress
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give way
Slow, stop, go astern or change course to keep clear of another vessel
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gunwales
The top edge of a vessel's side (pronounced gunnels)
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heave to
Steering into the wind and sea making minimum headway
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