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Term:
lubberly (adv)
Definition:
In a fashion that shows poor seamanship.
See Also:
landlubber
Term:
luff (n)
Definition:
The forward edge of the three sided marconi sail.
See Also:
leach, foot
Term:
luff, luff up (v)
Definition:
To turn gradually toward the eye of the wind so that the sails begin to take air on the lee side and shake. When luffing, the boat eases and slows, allowing crew to take down sails or make quick repairs.
See Also:
heave to, lay to
Term:
lug rig (n)
Definition:
A sailplan featuring a four-sided sail suspended from a yard hauled to a short mast on an angle, often with a boom for the foot and the tack secured to either the mast (standing lug) or the stem (dipping lug).
See Also:
standing lug, dipping lug
Term:
lug, lug sail (n)
Definition:
A four sided sail bent on a yard hauled to a short mast on an angle, with a boom for the foot and the tack secured to either the mast (standing lug) or the stem (dipping lug).
Term:
lugger (n)
Definition:
1) A vessel carrying a lug rig sailplan. 2) An old, slow cargo vessel.
See Also:
lug rig
Term:
lull (n)
Definition:
A period of calm before a storm.
Term:
lunch hook (n)
Definition:
Any small lightweight anchor, such as a grapnel, that holds the boat temporarily. A prudent sailer would not employ such an anchor for an overnight stay or during changeable weather.
See Also:
grapnel
Term:
lune (n)
Definition:
A point delineated on a spherical surface by the intersection of two great circles.
Term:
luxury liner (n)
Definition:
An ocean going passenger ship offering elegant accomodations and entertainment.
Term:
lying ahull (adv)
Definition:
Drifting without power or sails set as a means of managing storm seas.
