Relative Terms - Sailing Glossary

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Relative Terms

Theory

When sailing we describe things in relation to the boat or wind. If somebody shouts "Collision AHead", you're going to want to know where to look

When sailing we descibe things in relation to the boat or wind. If somebody shouts "Collision AHead", you're going to want to know where to look.

Aft
Inside the boat towards the stern
AHead
In front of the boat
AStern
Behind the boat
Bearing Away
The boat turns away from the wind
Bow
The front of the boat
Fore (For'ard)
Inside the boat towards the bow
Leeward
Away from the wind
Luffing Up
The boat turns into the wind
Port
The left side of the boat
Starboard
The right side of the boat
Stern
The back of the boat
Windward
Towards the wind