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bubblehead n. a submariner. (posted Jun. 23, 2006) [full entry…]
cold-iron v. (of a ship) to receive electricity, heat, water, and other utilities from shoreside. (posted Mar. 1, 2007) [full entry…]
Kangaroo Duck n. the conveyance of an inflatable boat by means of the underside of a helicopter. Also K-Duck. (posted Oct. 18, 2006) [full entry…]
mahogany reef n. a place where alcoholic drinks are served, especially in a seaside community. (posted Apr. 7, 2005) [full entry…]
pogie n. a protective mitt that attaches to a boat paddle. (posted Mar. 3, 2006) [full entry…]
whiskey plank n. the board which completes construction of a ship’s or boat’s hull. (posted Aug. 18, 2006) [full entry…]

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