Mast. See "Spars." "To the mast." A sail is said to be so when aback.
Monsoon. A trade wind, in the China and Indian seas, which blows uniformly from the northeast in winter, and from southwest in summer.
Neap. See "Tide."
Off—the wind. See "Course."
On—the wind. See "Course."
Pennant. A flag, indicating either the rank of the senior officer on board, or a signal applicable to a particular vessel.
Point. See "Bearings, by Compass."
Port. To the left hand, or on the left side, of a vessel, looking from aft forward. Opposite to Starboard.
Port, to. Applied to steering. To move the tiller, or helm, to the left, which moves the rudder to the right and causes the vessel to change course towards the right hand.
Quarter. Either side of the after part of a vessel;—as starboard quarter, port quarter; weather quarter, lee quarter. Quarter deck: one side of the after upper deck, reserved for the officer exercising command, and for ceremonial purposes.