Boating and sailing have a lot in common, especially in terms of earning your sea legs. But getting out on the water is much simpler with an engine-powered watercraft. Still, learning to sail is a ...
When getting to know your boat, there are plenty of different elements to learn about, each with their functions and names. First up is getting to know how to orient yourself on your boat, especially ...
I knew of the scene in Malcolm X, where Denzel Washington states “Every election year, these politicians are sent up here to pacify us,” he says. “You’ve been hoodwinked. Bamboozled.” Apparently and ...
Naval slang has left a deep mark on the English language, although many are unaware that a number of widely-used words, expressions, and phrases ultimately originated with sailors. Terms ranging from ...
Port is the left side of a cruise ship and starboard is the right side when facing forward toward the bow. These nautical terms help you navigate everything from finding your cabin to meeting friends ...
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Naval slang has left a deep mark on the English language, although many are unaware that a number of widely-used words, expressions, and phrases ultimately originated with sailors. Terms ranging from ...