steerageway

[US]/ˈstɪərɪdʒweɪ/
[UK]/ˈstɪrɪdʒweɪ/

Translation

n.The slowest speed at which a vessel responds to its helm.
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

steerageway speed

lose steerageway

gain steerageway

no steerageway

maintain steerageway

insufficient steerageway

with steerageway

steerageway required

without steerageway

steerageway achieved

Example Sentences

the ship lost steerageway in the heavy seas.

the vessel needed more steerageway to maintain its course.

they reduced speed until they had just enough steerageway.

the pilot warned about insufficient steerageway in the narrow channel.

steerageway was critical for controlling the tugboat.

the captain ordered full ahead to build up steerageway.

without sufficient steerageway, the rudder becomes ineffective.

the ferry struggled to maintain steerageway in the storm.

they waited for the current to provide additional steerageway.

the pilot boat requires minimum steerageway to operate safely.

steerageway must be maintained at all times during maneuvering.

the vessel slowly lost steerageway as the engine power decreased.

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