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Maritime Dictionary

Draft

Navigation & Seamanship

Meaning

Definition

The vertical distance between the waterline and the lowest point of a vessel's hull, indicating how deep the ship sits in the water. Draft determines the minimum depth of water a vessel can safely navigate. Also spelled "draught" in British English.

Related Terms

See Also

BeamKeel
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