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Abaft
Toward the rear (stern) of the boat. Aft or Behind.
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Abeam
At right angles to the keel of the boat, but not on the boat.
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Aboard
On or within the boat.
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Above
Deck
On the deck (not over it - see ALOFT)
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Abreast
Side by side; by the side of.
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Adrift
Loose, not on moorings or towline.
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Aft
Toward the stern of the boat.
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Aground
Touching or fast to the bottom.
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Ahead
In a forward direction.
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Aids
to Navigation
Artificial objects to supplement natural landmarks indicating safe and unsafe waters.
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Alee
Away from the direction of the wind. Opposite of windward.
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Aloft
Above the deck of the boat.
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Amidships
In or toward the center of the boat. |
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Anchor
A heavy metal device fastened to a chain or line, to hold a vessel in position.
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Anchorage
A place suitable for anchoring in relation to the wind, seas and bottom.
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Astern
In back of the boat, opposite of ahead.
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Athwartships
At right angles to the centerline of the boat; rowboat seats are generally athwart ships.
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Awetgh
The position of anchor as it is raised clear of the bottom.
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