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This is the Maritime Glossary
This glossary/lexicon gives an intensive overview about the words, terms, articles relevant in the maritime area. Beside English most articles are also available in Spanish and German. A special aspect in this glossary is the Meteorology.
Original
Deutsch: Original / Español: Original / Português: Original / Français: Original / Italian: Originale
Original in the maritime context refers to the first or initial version of a document, equipment, or design used in maritime operations. This term is important for authenticity and verification purposes, ensuring that the item or document in question is the authoritative source.
Payload
Deutsch: Nutzlast / Español: Carga útil / Português: Carga útil / Français: Charge utile / Italiano: Carico utile
Payload refers to the weight of the cargo or goods that a vessel is designed to carry. In the maritime context, this term is crucial for understanding a ship's carrying capacity and its efficiency in transporting goods.
Spanish Armada
Deutsch: Spanische Armada / Español: Armada Española / Português: Armada Espanhola / Français: Armada espagnole / Italiano: Armada spagnola
The Spanish Armada refers to the fleet of ships sent by Spain in 1588 to invade England. This maritime expedition was a pivotal event in European history, marking a significant confrontation between the Spanish Empire and the English forces under Queen Elizabeth I.
Sewage
Deutsch: Abwasser / Español: Aguas residuales / Português: Esgoto / Français: Eaux usées / Italiano: Acque reflue
Sewage in the maritime context refers to wastewater generated on ships, including human waste, grey water from sinks and showers, and other liquid waste from daily ship operations. Sewage management on vessels is critical to prevent marine pollution and to adhere to international regulations.