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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.
Appliance
Deutsch: Gerät / Español: Aparato / Português: Aparelho / Français: Appareil / Italiano: Apparecchio
Appliance in the maritime context refers to any device or equipment installed on a ship or used in maritime Operations to aid in navigation, safety, communication, and daily operations. These appliances are essential for the efficient and safe functioning of a vessel.
Beacon
Deutsch: Bake / Español: Baliza / Português: Baliza / Français: Balise / Italiano: Faro
Beacon refers to a device designed to guide navigators by sending out light, sound, or radio signals. In the maritime context, beacons are pivotal in aiding navigation and ensuring safe passage through waterways.
Freight
Deutsch: Fracht / Español: Carga / Português: Carga / Français: Fret / Italiano: Merce
Freight in the maritime context refers to goods or cargo transported by ship over sea. This includes a vast range of products, from raw materials and commodities to finished goods, transported in bulk, containerized, or specialized forms.
Mechanism
Deutsch: Mechanismus / Español: Mecanismo / Português: Mecanismo / Français: Mécanisme / Italian: Meccanismo
Mechanism in the maritime context refers to the various systems and devices that are used to operate and control ships and boats. These mechanisms include both mechanical and electronic components that work together to ensure the efficient and safe functioning of a vessel.