Marine and Freshwater
Definition(s)
The science or art of conducting ships or aircraft from one place to another, especially the method of determining position, course, and distance travelled over the surface of the earth by the principles of geometry and astronomy and by reference to devices (as radar beacons or instruments) designed as aids. (Source: GEMET/WEBSTER)
Hierarchy
Broader: transport
Narrower: ballast waterflag vessel
Related terms:
cargo ship
shipping industry
vessel
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