Definition Noun Food or a meal. Origin Probably earlier than the 19th century. Possibly a corruption of the South China pidgin word chow-chow, meaning food.
Month: June 2022
Movie Review – Greyhound (2020)
“Meet her!” Commander Ernest Krause Note: This film was originally slated for a theatrical release, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic it was instead released
Sailor Speak of the Week – Block
Definition Noun A pulley. Origin 15th century. From Old French, bloc, of the same meaning. Comments What landlubbers refer to as a pulley. i.e. A
Sailor Speak of the Week – Aye
Definition Adverb Also: Aye-Aye An affirmative meaning, “yes,” or “I understand.”. Origin In common use by the 16th century. Possibly from Old French je or
Book Review: Corsair by Barrett Tillman
Topic & Content A history of the development and operational service of the Vought F4U Corsair in WWII, Korea, and a few other wars. The
Sailor Speak of the Week – Yardarm
Definition Noun The outer portions/tips of a yard (the athwartship spars that hold square sails). The athwartship spar on naval, merchant, and recreational vessels for
Fair Winds & Following Seas 