An universal dictionary of the marine: or, A copious explanation of the technical terms and phrases employed in the construction, equipment, furniture, machinery, movements, and military operations of a ship, Illustrated with variety of original designs of shipping, in different situations; together with separate views of their masts, sails, yards, and rigging. To which is annexed, a translation of the French sea-terms and phrases, collected from the works of Mess. du Hamel, Aubin, Saverien, &c

Falconer, William, 1732-1769

Edition date: 1769
Publisher: London, Printed for T. Cadell (successor to Mr. Millar) in the Strand
Language: English
Extent: 496 scanned pages
Shelves: Technical & curious
Document type: Dictionary, handbook or reference work

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Catalogue terms: Naval art and science · Shipbuilding · English language · French language · Naval art and science -- Dictionaries · Shipbuilding -- Dictionaries · English language -- Dictionaries · French language -- Dictionaries -- English

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