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- Side DeckThe deck alongside the coachroof Read more
- Phonetic Alphabet Sierra Phonetic alphabet letter S. Astern Propulsion: When a vessel displays the Sierra flag, it indicates that the vessel is moving in reverse,(...) Read more
- SillA wall which acts as a dam, to keep water in a marina Read more
- Slab ReefA method of reefing a boomed sail where the sail is flaked down on top of the boom Read more
- Slack OffTo ease or pay out a line Read more
- Slack WaterIn tidal waters, the period of time when the tidal stream is non-existent or negligible Read more
- SlamThe underpart of the forward part of the hull hitting the water when pitching in heavy seas Read more
- SlideA metal or plastic fitting on the luff or foot of a sail running in a track on the mast or boom Read more
- SlipTo let go quickly Read more
- SlipwayAn inclined ramp leading into the sea Read more
- SloopA small to mid-sized sailboat larger than a dinghy, with one mast bearing a main sail and head sail. Read more
- SlotGap between two sails. Read more
- SnatchJerk caused by too short an anchor cable in a seaway; To take a turn quickly around a cleat, bollard or Samson post Read more
- Snug DownTo prepare for heavy weather by securing all loose gear Read more
- SOLAS V Chapter V of SOLAS (Safety of life at Sea) refers to the Safety of Navigation for all vessels at sea. SOLAS V for pleasure craft SOLAS V(...) Read more
- SoleThe floor of a cabin or cockpit Read more
- Sole boardsThe vessel's floorboards. Can be lifted to gain access to the bilges. Read more
- SoundTo measure the depth of water Read more
- SoundingThe depth of water below chart datum Read more
- Sou’westerA waterproof oilskin hat with a broad brim Read more