A bilgeboard is a lifting foil used in a sailboat, which resembles a cross between a centerboard and a leeboard.
bilgeboards - Similar to centerboards, and used to prevent lee way. Usually located on either side of the centerline at the bilges.
Bilgeboards - are on either side of the centerline at the bilges.
Binnacle - A support for the compass, raising it to a convenient position.
Bitter End - The last part of a rope or chain. The inboard end of the anchor rode.
 See also: Leeward, Bilge, Windward, Centerboard, Sailing
  
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