Maritime Industry Terms

noun a large ship or aircraft used to transport goods in bulk

• The freighter arrived at the port carrying a large shipment of goods.
• I saw a huge freighter docked at the harbor earlier today.
• That freighter is massive, dude!
• Her mind was like a freighter, carrying heavy thoughts and emotions.

noun a mechanical device used for lifting heavy objects

verb to raise or lift something using a hoist

• The workers used a hoist to lift the heavy machinery into place.
• Can you help me hoist this box onto the shelf?
• Let's hoist a few cold ones after work.
• He managed to hoist himself out of debt with his new job.

noun a substance used to reduce friction

verb to apply a substance such as oil or grease to reduce friction

• It is important to lubricate the gears regularly to ensure smooth operation.
• Don't forget to lubricate the bike chain before your ride.
• I'll grab some WD-40 to lube up the squeaky door hinges.
• Communication is key to lubricate the relationship between team members.

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adjective describing something that is not controlled or operated by a person

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• The unmanned aerial vehicle was controlled remotely by the operator.
• The drone was unmanned and flying on its own.
• The robot was completely unmanned and doing all the work.
• His mind felt like an unmanned ship lost at sea, drifting aimlessly.

noun a ship or aircraft that is chartered for the transportation of goods

• The affreighter was responsible for transporting goods between different ports.
• The affreighter is the ship that carries all the cargo.
• I heard the affreighter is loaded with some valuable merchandise.
• The affreighter of knowledge sailed across the sea of ignorance.