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Sailing

Terms you might hear if your on a sailboat

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cleat

A cleat is a fitting, usually attacked on the rail of a boat. The cleat is used to fasten rope without a knot. One may use a cleat to attach the boat to the dock.

bend

A bend refers to connecting two ropes with a knot. EX: Can you throw me a bend Gilligan?

backstay

A backstay is any single wire that supports the mast from the stern. Without a backstay, the mast would be vulnerable to break.

aloft

Referring to an item or object that is above the deck. The rope is aloft.

abeam

Abeam refers to addressing an object that is directly to the side of the boat. A lighthouse can be abeam.

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