Sometimes known as sailing by and large. Futtock A name given to the curved pieces of timber which compose the frame timbers. Each gudgeon is bored out to receive the corresponding pintle fastened to the forepart of the rudder, which thus turns as upon hinges. See also pintle . Halyard The rope used for hoisting or lowering spars, yards, or sails on their respective masts or stays.
Hard tack See ship's biscuit .
To alter the course of a ship so as to get further away from an object. Headsails Generic term for all sails which may be set on the bowsprit, or foremast. As opposed to aftersails. To stoop or incline to either side due to the action of the wind, waves, a greater weight on one side, etc. A condition usually occurring where there is shoaling water or a current setting against the waves.