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rhumb line [′rəm ‚līn] (mapping) A line on the surface of the earth making the same oblique angle with all meridians. Also known as loxodrome. 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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Winds are generally light and after a short offshore leg and a 90-degree turn to port for the rhumb line to Ensenada, it's a steady downwind run with only a few islands to worry about. |
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