Glossary
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- Flag Semaphore, Signals & Communication Letter E (Flag Semaphore)
This shape represents the Letter E (Flag Semaphore) and the Number 5 (Flag Semaphore).
- Morse Code, Signals & Communication Letter E (Morse Code)
International Morse Code sequence representing the letter E.
- General Nautical Terminology, Navigation ENC
A digital database of maritime chart information designed for use with Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS) to support safe...
More Details - General Nautical Terminology EnsignThe national flag flown at or near the stern of a vessel to indicate her nationality
- General Nautical Terminology, Navigation EP
The approximate location of a vessel determined by dead reckoning, and accounting for external factors such as wind (Leeway) and Tide.
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More Details - Flag Semaphore, Signals & Communication Error (Flag Semaphore)
Waving both flags up and down indicates an error in the communication.
- Flag Semaphore, Signals & Communication Error (Flag Semaphore)
Repeated eight times, Letter E (Flag Signal) indicates an error.
- General Nautical Terminology, Navigation Estimated Position (EP)
The approximate location of a vessel determined by dead reckoning, and accounting for external factors such as wind (Leeway) and Tide.
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More Details - General Nautical Terminology, Navigation Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA)Calculated time of arrival at destination.
- General Nautical Terminology, Navigation ETACalculated time of arrival at destination.
- General Nautical Terminology Even KeelA vessel floating so that her mast is more or less vertically upright
- General Nautical Terminology Eye SpliceA closed loop or eye at the end a line, rope, cable, etc. It is made by unraveling its end and joining it to itself by intertwining it into the... More Details
- General Nautical Terminology Fair
When describing conditions such as wind or tidal stream, fair refers to them being advantageous or favourable. In weather terminology, it means...
More Details - General Nautical Terminology FairleadA ring, hook or other device used to keep a line or chain running in the correct direction or to prevent it rubbing or fouling.
- General Nautical Terminology FairwayThe main channel in a body of water such as an estuary or river
- General Nautical Terminology Fairway MarkBuoy, post or pillar positioned at safe distance to seaward of a channel. See also Safe Water mark.
- General Nautical Terminology Fathom
Fathoms are units of measurement used in the maritime context to measure water depth. One fathom is equal to six feet or approximately 1.83...
More Details - Flag / Pennant, Signals & Communication Code Flag Foxtrot (F)
The International Maritime Signal Flag Foxtrot.
Meaning
I am disabled; communicate with me.
- Did you know?, General Nautical Terminology Feeling Blue
The phrase "feeling blue" is commonly used to describe sadness or melancholy, and its origins are often linked to nautical traditions.
More Details - General Nautical Terminology Fender
A fender is a cushioning device used on boats and ships to prevent damage to the vessel or dock when they come into contact, particularly when...
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