measured mile - A course marked by buoys or ranges measuring one nautical mile. Measured miles are used to calibrate logs.
Mediterranean berth - A method of docking with a boat's stern to the dock.
Measured mile-A course marked by buoys or ranges measuring one nautical mile.
Messenger-A small line used to pull a heavier line or cable.
Mizzen - the shorter mast behind the main mast on a ketch or yawl.
On trial she attained 251/2 knots on the measured mile, and maintained 244 knots for over 6 hours; on service she averages 24 knots at sea and 23 knots between the Liverpool landing stage and Douglas pier.
 See also: Messenger, Nautical, Boat, Mizzen, Rope
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