Nautical Expressions in the Vernacular - Myriad expressions in everyday English have nautical origins. This web page lists expressions a


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	Myriad expressions in everyday English have nautical origins. This web page lists expressions and definitions mentioned by listswains, members of the Patrick O'Brian Mailing List, also known as the Gunroom.
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