Year: 1981 Language: English Author: Noel J.V. Publisher: Van Nostrand Reinhold Format: PDF Quality: Scanned pages Pages count: 408 Description: The expressive language of the sea has always had an aura of adventure, grandeur and mystery. Finally here is a completely up-to-date dictionary which simplifies and decodes esoteric maritime nomenclature and expression. The VNR Dictionary of Ships & the Sea provides easily accessible definitions for most aspects of the ocean world as it exists today. This one-of-a-kind volume will benefit those whose work involves the sea as well as general nautical enthusiasts. Concise entries are included on oceanography, ocean engineering, familiar sea mammals, fish and plants, weather, ships and handling, commercial maritime usage, marine insurance, and ships and gear used in ocean fishing. Recreational terms cover areas such as power boating, sailing and surfing. This vast collection focuses on American usage with some British counterparts noted where confusion may arise. Guidance is provided on pronunciation when it differs radically from spelling. Slang nautical terms are also offered, especially those that have greatly enriched the English language. Other invaluable subjects include the International and Inland Rules of the Road, distress and safety signals and devices, celestial navigation, maritime law, shipbuilding, and ship's gear. The author's lifetime of maritime experience and resulting intimate awareness of the sea has more than adequately equipped him to compile this comprehensive volume. The user can depend on every entry to reflect the authority of an experienced sailor.
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The VNR dictionary of ships & the sea
Language: English
Author: Noel J.V.
Publisher: Van Nostrand Reinhold
Format: PDF
Quality: Scanned pages
Pages count: 408
Description: The expressive language of the sea has always had an aura of adventure, grandeur and mystery. Finally here is a completely up-to-date dictionary which simplifies and decodes esoteric maritime nomenclature and expression. The VNR Dictionary of Ships & the Sea provides easily accessible definitions for most aspects of the ocean world as it exists today.
This one-of-a-kind volume will benefit those whose work involves the sea as well as general nautical enthusiasts. Concise entries are included on oceanography, ocean engineering, familiar sea mammals, fish and plants, weather, ships and handling, commercial maritime usage, marine insurance, and ships and gear used in ocean fishing. Recreational terms cover areas such as power boating, sailing and surfing. This vast collection focuses on American usage with some British counterparts noted where confusion may arise. Guidance is provided on pronunciation when it differs radically from spelling. Slang nautical terms are also offered, especially those that have
greatly enriched the English language.
Other invaluable subjects include the International and Inland Rules of the Road, distress and safety signals and devices, celestial navigation, maritime law, shipbuilding, and ship's gear.
The author's lifetime of maritime experience and resulting intimate awareness of the sea has more than adequately equipped him to compile this comprehensive volume. The user can depend on every entry to reflect the authority of an experienced sailor.
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