Seafaring Terms

adverb in or toward the middle part of a ship

• The cargo was stored amidships to ensure the ship's stability.
• Let's meet amidships for a game of cards.
• I found a cozy spot amidships to relax and enjoy the view.
• Amidships, she found her balance in the chaos of life.

noun a very short time; an instant

verb to pull or haul with a rope

• She tied the knot in a trice, showcasing her expertise in knot-tying.
• I'll be back in a trice, just need to grab my keys.
• He fixed the car in a trice, making it run like new.
• The magician made the rabbit disappear in a trice, leaving the audience in awe.

noun the part of a ship's hull that is aft of the peak or forward end

• The crew members gathered at the afterpeak of the ship to discuss the day's events.
• Let's meet at the afterpeak to chat about what happened earlier.
• Hey, meet me at the afterpeak for a quick catch-up.
• The afterpeak of the mountain offered a stunning view of the valley below.