Aground.—Not having water enough for the yacht, which rests on the ground.
Ahead.—Before the yacht; any thing in advance of where the yacht is being directed.
A-lee.—The helm is a-lee when the tiller is put to the lee-side; "hard a lee," when it is put over as far as it will go.
All in the Wind.—When the sails receive a portion of the wind on both surfaces, and shake or wave like a flag.
All Hands, Ahoy.—A summons used to call all the crew on deck in an emergency.
Aloft.—Up above, at the masthead.
Alongside.—Close to the side of the yacht.
Amidships.—Any thing in a line with the keel; viz., "Put the helm amidships!"
To Anchor.—To let the anchor fall overboard that it may hold the yacht; the order for which is "Let go the anchor!"
Anchorage.—Ground fit to anchor on.