A yard is said to be acockbill when one yardarm is higher than the other.Īdmiral: There are four grades of admiral, in order of seniority: admiral of the fleet, admiral, vice admiral and rear admiral.
This can be caused deliberately to manoeuvre the vessel or can occur accidentally when the vessel is likely to be out of control.Ībaft: A relative term meaning towards the rear part of a vessel.Ībatis: A field fortification of felled trees used to restrict an enemy’s advance or movement.Ībeam: Perpendicular to the centreline of the vessel.Īcockbill: An anchor is said to be acockbill when it is at the cathead or bow and ready to be dropped.
Some of the usages of these terms have changed over the years, so this list should be used with caution when referring to periods before 1740 or after 1780.Īback: Referring to a sail when the wind is striking it from the wrong side and its surface is pressed against the mast.
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