block and tackle - A combination of one or more blocks and the associated tackle necessary to give a mechanical advantage. Useful for lifting heavy loads.
A block and tackle system used to pull the boom down keeping it horizontal while sailing.
Bow
The forward part of the boat.
A block and tackle or rod that holds the boom down against the lifting force of the sail. A supporting vang holds the boom down and also up when the sail is not set.
bosun
See boatswain.
purchase - Block and tackle; a mechanical device for lifting and pulling.
pushpit - pulpit located on the stern.
put about - To tack. To put about another vessel is to cause her to tack.
A hydraulic ram or block and tackle used to hold the end of the boom down.
Variable Pitch
A type of propeller that has adjustable blades for varying speeds or directions, and may be able to reduce drag when under sail.
Handy billy - A loose block and tackle with a hook or tail on each end, which can be used wherever it is needed. Usually made up of one single and one double block.
Hand Bomber - A ship using coal-fired boilers shoveled in by hand.
Block: Known on land as a pulley. IE. block and tackle, turning block, etc.
Boom: The spar to which the foot of the mainsail is attached, See also Jib boom, Jib club ...
RUNNING LIGHTS-Navigation lights tell other vessels not only where you are, but what you are doing
Running Rigging- lines which run through pulleys and block and tackle, that are used to adjust the sails and yards ...
 See also: Tackle, Block, Lines, Eye, Point
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