In various compound phrases (as those which follow) this term Implies either motion, progress, active operation, or present and continuous validity and efficacy. Goine; before the wind. In the language of manners and In the rules of navigation, a vessel is said to be going "before the wind" when the wind is free as respects her course, that is, comes from behind the vessel or … [Read more...]
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