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masting and rigging
masting and rigging
Masting: masts, yards, ropes and other movable sailing equipment that support and manipulate the rigging.
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Skid hanging over the edge of the ship that supports a boat and is used to lower and raise it.
lifeboat
Boat for transporting passengers and crew in the event of shipwreck.
life-saving equipment
bulwark
Part of the hull above deck level that protects against waves and serves as a parapet.