Naval Terminology Crossword

Toward the stern, relative to some object
When referring to a vessel it implies that it is not under control and therefore goes where the wind and current take her.
A lighted or unlighted fixed aid to navigation attached directly to the earth's surface
The pedestal or housing for the ship's compass, usually located on the bridge or in the wheelhouse.
A non-commissioned officer responsible for the sails, ropes, rigging and boats.
An upright wall within the hull of a ship. Occasionally refers to a watertight, load-bearing wall, but not always.
Referring to the four main points of the compass: north, south, east and west.
A compartment, especially in the Royal Navy, from which the ship was navigated
Navigational instrument showing the direction of the vessel in relation to the Earth's geographical poles or magnetic poles.
Equipment used for lifting, usually consisting of pulleys and lines.
The ribbon worn around a sailor's cap indicating his/her ship.
A lever used for steering, attached to the top of the rudderpost.
Sweet hot chocolate made from slab chocolate shavings mixed with water into a hot drink.
The ceiling. The under-side of the deck above.
The toilet or latrine of a vessel.
A condition in which the body core temperature drops to a dangerous level.