The Finest Hours Nautical Terms

Front

What is the front part of a ship called?

Back

Bow

Front

What is the back part of a ship called?

Back

Stern

Front

What is the left side of a ship when facing forward called?

Back

Port

Front

What is the right side of a ship when facing forward called?

Back

Starboard

Front

What is the main body of a ship called?

Back

Hull

Front

What is the bottom part of a ship that helps it stay balanced in the water called?

Back

Keel

Front

What is a floating marker in the water that helps guide ships or warn of dangers called?

Back

Buoy

Front

What is a light or signal that helps ships find their way called?

Back

Beacon

Front

What is it called when a boat or ship flips over in the water?

Back

Capsize

Front

What is the highest point of a wave called?

Back

Crest