A boat powered by wind on its sails (or oars) to move over the water. There are a wide variety of boats that are used for sailing, from dinghys to mega-yachts. The most common is a monohull with an external keel. Monohulls often need to have built-in ballast, which can be 20 to 50 percent of the boat’s displacement.
A line from some point on the boom leading to a fixed point on the deck or rail (usually a cleat) to control the position of a sail.
To leave space between two ships moored (berthed) to allow maneuvering.
The lower part of a wave, often with spray or foam on the top. Also used to refer to the area on the trough of a wave in which a ship may be found.
An individual or organization that sails or plans to sail. Sailors may be professionals, such as those who compete in the Vendee Globe race or cruise around the world, or amateurs, such as those who just enjoy going out for weekends and holidays. Sailors must be prepared for the physical, logistical, and emotional challenges of sailing. They must have a boat, the necessary equipment and supplies, money for fuel, and a crew of at least one person. They must also have a plan and the will to make it happen. If they do not, they can always take a break and wait for better conditions or a safer route.
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