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departure Nautical a. the net distance travelled due east or west by a vessel b. the latitude and longitude of the point from which a vessel calculates dead reckoning departure [di′pär·chər] (meteorology) The amount by which the value of a meteorological element differs from the normal value. (navigation) The distance between two meridians at any given parallel of latitude, expressed in linear units, usually nautical miles; the distance to the east or west made good by a craft in proceeding from one point to another. The point at which reckoning of a voyage begins; usually established by bearings of prominent landmarks as the vessel clears a harbor and proceeds to sea; when a person establishes this point, he is said to take departure. Also known as point of departure. Act of departing or leaving. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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