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Oh, dude, you're talking about a "bight." It's like a loop in a rope that you can move around, you know, for all your fancy sailor needs. So yeah, next time you're out at sea and need to sound all nautical and stuff, just drop the word "bight" like it's no big deal.
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What is the nautical term that refers to the wood placed in bottom of ship to keep cargo dry?
Fardage
Which nautical term refers to the left-hand side of the boat?
Facing forward, port is the left hand side
What is the meaning of 'classified vessel'?
The nautical term refers to ships and how they are used, such as a cruise ship would be classified as commercial rather than freighter.
What is close aboard identified as in the navy?
"Close aboard" is a Nautical term that refers to the position of another ship or a boat that is close enough to hurl a rope to.
What does the nautical term trim mean?
a boating term
What league is the term for a nautical mile?
1 nautical mile = 0.33 leagues.
What is the nautical term for almost stopping while pointing into the wind?
The nautical term for stopping a sailboat by pointing into the wind is "in irons."
What is the scientific term for the fleshy, movable part of the mouth that is used for speaking, eating, and expressing emotions?
The scientific term for the fleshy, movable part of the mouth is the "tongue."
What is a fixed weapon?
Normally, the term refers to a weapon that is mounted on something that does not move, such as a building. If a fixed weapon such as a gun or a cannon is mounted on an army vehicle, it is considered movable artillery.
What is the nautical term for window?
Porthole.
What is the nautical term for stop?
Avast
What is the nautical term for halt?
Avast
