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Term	Definition
Devil	Caulker's name for the seam in the upper deck planking next to a ship's waterways. There was very little space to get at this seam, making it a difficult and awkward job. This is the origin of the expression "Between the devil and the deep blue sea, since there is only the thickness of the ship's hull planking between this seam and the sea. also known as the garboard seam.

Devil to Pay	Old seafaring term meaning something very difficult or awkward. see Devil

Dewatering	In controlling damage, to pump out a compartment.

Dewpoint	Temperature at which moist air becomes saturated

Dingbat	Slang term for a small swab made of rope and used for drying decks.

Dink	Nickname for a dinghy

Dirk	A small naval sword worn by midshipmen or their equivalents when in full dress uniform.

Disabled Ship	When a ship is unable to sail efficiently or in a seaworthy state as a result of engine trouble, lack of officers or crew, damage to the hull or ship's gear.

Discharges	An essential document for officers and seamen as it serves as an official certificate confirming sea experience in the employment for which he was engaged.