Towing is the operation of drawing a vessel forward by means of long lines, &c.
Timoneer, from the French timonnier, is a name given, on particular occasions, to the steersman of a ship.
Bars are large masses of sand or earth, formed by the surge of the sea; they are mostly found at the entrances of great rivers or havens, and often render navigation extremely dangerous.
The Ox-Eye, so called by seamen, is a remarkable appearance in the heavens, resembling a small lurid speck, and always precedes two particular storms, known only between the tropics.
Azimuth-Compass is an instrument employed for ascertaining the sun's magnetical azimuth.
Studding-Sails are long and narrow, and are used only in fine weather, on the outside of the large square sails.
Stay-Sails have three corners, and are hoisted up on the stays when the wind crosses the ship.
Broaching-to is a sudden movement in navigation, when the ship, while scudding before the wind, accidentally turns her side to windward.
Wales are a number of strong and thick planks, covering the lower part of the ship's side.
Scud is a name given by sailors to the lowest clouds; which are mostly observed in squally weather.