“A long sea implies an uniform and steady motion of long and extensive waves; on the contrary, a short sea is when they run irregularly, broken, and interrupted; so as frequently to burst over a vessel's side or quarter.”
Quote by William Falconer
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An Universal Dictionary of the Marine: Or, A Copious Explanation of the Technical Terms and Phrases Employed in the Construction, Equipment, Furniture, Machinery, Movements, and Military Operations of a Ship
This book serves as a detailed guide to the technical language used in shipbuilding and naval operations, covering aspects such as ship design, equipment, furnishings, machinery, and military activities aboard a vessel. more
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