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- Fore-and-aftParallel line between the stem and stern Read more
- Fore TriangleArea between mast and forestay. Read more
- ForedeckThe part of the deck that is forward of the mast and coachroof Read more
- Forehatch A hatch, usually in the foredeck Read more
- ForepeakThe most forward compartment in the bows of the vessel Read more
- ForesailThe headsail set on the forestay Read more
- ForestayThe stay from high on the mast to the stemhead providing fore-and-aft support for the mast Read more
- ForwardToward the bow of the vessel (pronounced “forrard”) Read more
- FoulThe opposite of clear; Adverse (wind or tide); Unsuitable Read more
- Foul AnchorAn anchor whose flukes are caught on an obstruction on the seabed or tangled with the cable Read more
- Phonetic Alphabet Foks Trot Phonetic alphabet letter F. In marine terminology, "Foxtrot" refers to the letter "F" in the NATO phonetic alphabet. This alphabet is used to(...) Read more
- Phonetic Alphabet Foxtrot Phonetic alphabet letter F. In marine terminology, "Foxtrot" refers to the letter "F" in the NATO phonetic alphabet. This alphabet is used to(...) Read more
- FreeboardThe vertical distance between the waterline and the top of the deck Read more
- Fuel collar A Fuel collar is designed to fit around a refuelling hose to prevent any spillage or backsplash. This protects your boat and the environment. Read more
- Full RudderThe maximum angle to which the rudder can be turned Read more
- FurlTo roll or gather a sail against its mast or spar Read more
- Rolling up or gathering and lashing a lowered sail using sail ties or shock-cord to prevent it blowing out Read more