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Glossary
spinnaker A three-cornered, parachute-like sail, usually brightly colored, for sailing
downwind.
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splice To permanently join two ropes by tucking strands of each over the other, creating
a smoother joint than any knot.
spring line Lines used to control fore and aft motion of a boat tied up in a slip.
spring tides Periods around the new and full moons when high tides are higher than
usual and low tides are lower than usual.
squall A sudden storm accompanied by strong winds.
standing line The main part of a line, the part not used in a knot.
starboard The right side, facing forward on a boat.
starboard tack When a sailboat has the wind coming over the starboard side.
stays Wire rigging used to support the mast fore and aft.
stepped Secured to the deck or keel, used in referring to sailboat masts.
stern The rear part of a boat.
stern drive Same as inboard/outboard or I/O.
stern line A line from the stern cleat to the dock.
stow To put an item in a secure spot.
swamp When a boat fills with water over the gunnels, often prior to sinking.
tack The legs of an upwind beat in sailing. Also, the forward lower corner of a sail.
tacking
site rail.
Changing the heading of a sailing vessel so that the wind comes over the oppo-
tackle Pulleys and lines used to gain mechanical advantage. Also used to describe
anchor gear and fishing gear.
telltale A wind indicator mounted on sail or stay.
thwart A brace running laterally across a boat.
tides The vertical rise and fall of sea water caused by the pull of the sun and moon.
tiller An arm or lever for steering.
transom The squared-off section of the stern.
trim To adjust the running attitude of a powerboat through moving the drives up or
down or adjusting trim tabs. Also, to adjust sails for most effective sailing.