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From bow to stern, from tack to jibe. SailingTerms gives you access to 100+ sailing terms in 2 languages. Perfect for beginners and seasoned sailors alike.
Bowline
A loop knot that does not slip
Starboard
The right side of a vessel
Jibe
Turning stern through the wind
Halyard
Line used to hoist a sail
Cleat
Device for securing a line
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100+ Sailing Terms
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Question 3
What does "Starboard" mean?
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Starboard = right
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