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Shipboard Terminology - Directions

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What does 'FORWARD' refer to on a ship?

Direction to go down

Direction toward the left side of a ship

Direction toward the back (stern) of the ship

Direction toward the front (bow) of the ship (correct)

What does 'AFT' mean on a ship?

Direction to go down

Direction toward the back (stern) of the ship (correct)

Direction toward the front (bow) of the ship

Direction to go up to the main deck

What does 'TOPSIDE' mean in ship terminology?

The left side of the ship

To go up to the main deck (correct)

The crosswise direction from port to starboard

To go down (as in downstairs)

What does 'BELOW' indicate on a ship?

To go down (as in downstairs) Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'ATHWARTSHIPS'?

The crosswise direction in the main deck from port to starboard Signup and view all the answers

What does 'INBOARD' refer to?

Direction toward the centerline from either side Signup and view all the answers

What does 'OUTBOARD' mean?

Direction toward the side from the centerline Signup and view all the answers

What does 'PORT' refer to on a ship?

The left side of the ship Signup and view all the answers

What does 'STARBOARD' indicate?

The right side of a ship Signup and view all the answers

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Shipboard Directions Terminology

FORWARD: Refers to moving toward the front of the ship, also known as the bow.
AFT: Indicates the direction toward the back of the ship, referred to as the stern.
TOPSIDE: Involves going up to the main deck of the ship.
BELOW: Means moving down, as in going downstairs within the vessel.
ATHWARTSHIPS: Describes the crosswise direction across the main deck, from port to starboard or vice versa.
INBOARD: Refers to movement directed toward the centerline of the ship from either side (port or starboard).
OUTBOARD: Indicates movement away from the centerline towards the ship's side, either port or starboard.
PORT: Defines the left side of the ship when facing forward.
STARBOARD: Describes the right side of the ship when facing forward.

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Test your knowledge of essential shipboard terminology related to directions with these flashcards. Each term is defined clearly, covering concepts like forward, aft, topside, below, and athwartships. Perfect for anyone looking to improve their maritime vocabulary.