Powerboat Flashcards
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What is powerboat
A powerboat is a boat that is propelled by an engine, typically using fuel like a petrol or diesel. It contrasts with sailboats (which use the wind) or rowboats (which use manual power)
What is a “vessel” in maritime language
A vessel is any craft capable of transporting people or goods on water. This term is used in official, legal and navigational contexts
Remember, at sea no vessel has automatic right of way
What does the word craft mean in nautical context?
A craft is a type of vehicle designed for travel on water, through the air, or in space, often used in technical or military contexts. The term includes aircraft, hovercraft, spacecraft, and other specialized vehicles.
Use to alert other craft to your presence
What does the word “hull” mean in boating
The hull is the main body of a boat or ship, including the bottom, sides, and deck, but not the masts, engine, or other fittings. It keeps the vessel afloat and gives it shapes.
The classic fishing hull and more rounded
What does the nautical term “astern” mean?
Astern means toward the rear (stern) of a vessel or in the direction behind a boat. It’s often used when describing movement or position relative to a vessel.
Always allow a pause in neutral when moving from ahead to astern gears
What is a line in a nautical context?
A line is a rope used on a boat or ship for tying, docking, towing, or securing sails and equipment.
Teach them to throw a line
What is the stern of a boat?
The stern is the rear (back) part of a boat or ship.
He stood at the stern, watching the wake behind them.
What is the bow of a boat?
The bow is the front (forward) part of a boat or ship.
The waves splashed over the bow of the boat.
What does “gear” mean in a nautical engine context?
In a nautical engine context, gear refers to the transmission mode of the engine — either forward (ahead gear) or reverse (astern gear).
When the engine is put into gear, the propeller turns and moves the boat
What does “MOB” stand for in a nautical context?
MOB stands for “Man Overboard”.
It refers to an emergency situation where a person has fallen off a boat or ship into the water.
Instruct one person to point at the MOB at all time
What is a “chart” in a nautical context?
A chart is a nautical map used for navigation at sea.
It shows water depths, coastlines, hazards, navigation aids (like buoys and lighthouses), and other important maritime information.
Check the chart for the suitability of the bottom
What does “engage” mean in a nautical or technical context?
“Engage” means to activate, turn on, or put into operation a mechanical system.
Wheel hard over and give a burst ahead, engage neutral
What does “mooring” mean in a nautical context?
“Mooring” refers to the act of securing a boat or ship to a fixed point such as a dock, pier, or mooring buoy, so it remains stationary
To pick up a mooring buoy
What does “tow” mean in a nautical context?
“To tow” means to pull a vessel (or another object) behind another vessel, usually using a tow line (rope or cable)
An astern tow is usually the easiest tow for any distance
In nautical terminology, what is a “spring” or “spring line”?
A spring (or spring line) is a diagonally-run mooring line that prevents a vessel from moving forward or backward along a dock or quay.
What does “starboard” mean in nautical terms?
“Starboard” means the right side of a ship when you are facing forward (toward the front of the ship)
starboard
wheel hard over to
What is a “pontoon”?
A pontoon is a flat, floating structure used to support bridges, docks, boats, or platforms.
Successful manoeuvring between pontoons and other boats is easier
PortWhat does “port” mean in nautical terms?
“Port” refers to the left side of a ship when you are facing forward (toward the front of the ship)
a white sterniight and port and starboard lights.
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/pronunciation/english/port
What is a “trailer” in boating?
A trailer is a wheeled frame used to transport boats over land, usually pulled by a car or truck.
Practise driving a car with a trailer
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/pronunciation/english/trailer
What does “approach” mean in boating?
In boating, approach means moving closer to a dock, shore, or another vessel.
Ramember to raisé the enginé on the approach
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/pronunciation/english/approach
What does “however” mean?
However is used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or seems to contradict something that has been said previously.
However it will support a conscious swimmer.
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/pronunciation/english/however
What does “turning” mean in boating?
Turning means changing the direction of a boat or ship.
| am turning to port
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/pronunciation/english/turning
What is an “outdrive” in boating?
An outdrive (also called a stern drive) is the external part of a boat’s propulsion system that connects an inboard engine to the propeller.
Engine is within the hull but it drives an outdrive on the back
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/pronunciation/english/outdrive
What does “steer” mean in boating?
Steer means to control the direction of a boat or ship
Larger ones usually have wheel steering
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/pronunciation/english/steer
