Historical Naval Terms

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noun a branch of law that deals with maritime issues and offenses

adjective related to the admiral or naval authority

  • The admiralty court has jurisdiction over maritime cases.
  • The admiralty office is located on the third floor of the building.
  • I heard he got a job at the admiralty, must be making good money.
  • In the business world, he is like the admiralty, always steering the company in the right direction.