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    Rhumb Line

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    A line on the surface of the earth that cuts all meridians at the same angle.  On a standard Mercator chart the rhumb line appears as a straight line

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    Goose-winged

    Goose-winged is a sailing term that refers to a sailing vessel with its mainsail set on one side of the boat and the headsail (jib or genoa) set on the opposite side. This configuration is used when sailing downwind, allowing the sails to catch the wind from both sides of the boat, resembling the outstretched wings of a goose. It can help maximise sail area and improve downwind performance.
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