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17 Cards in this Set
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Athwartship
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Across; at right angles
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keel
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the backbone of a ship
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Bulkhead
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A vertical partition in a ship
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compartments
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interior space of a ship
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Bow
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The forward end of the Ship
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hull
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The supporting body of a ship
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fore and aft
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Lengthwise direction on a ship
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Companionways
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Deck opening giving access to a ladder
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forecastle deck
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Deck above the main deck at the bow
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gallery deck
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First half or partial deck below the flight deck on an aircraft carrier
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port
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To the left of the centerline when facing forward
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flats
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platings or gratings installed to provide working or walking surfaces above bilges
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starboard
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To the right of the centerline when facing forward
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quarterdeck
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An area designated for the conduct of official functions
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levels
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– A general term used to designate deck heights above the main deck
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stern
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The aftermost part of a vessel
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water-level
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The waterline along the hull of a ship afloat
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