Collection 1: Rogue Wave

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  1. hydrography
    the science of the measurement and description and mapping of the surface waters of the earth with special reference to navigation
  2. swell
    a rising and falling movement of the surface of the sea
  3. deck
    any of various platforms built into a sailing vessel
  4. starboard
    right side of a ship or aircraft to someone facing the bow
  5. navigation
    guidance of ships, planes, or vehicles from place to place
  6. submerge
    fill or cover completely, usually with water
  7. porthole
    a window in a ship or airplane
  8. maneuver
    direct the course of or determine the direction of traveling
  9. debris
    the remains of something that has been destroyed
  10. hatch
    a movable barrier covering an entrance
  11. fulcrum
    the pivot about which a lever turns
  12. frustration
    the feeling of being thwarted in attaining your goals
  13. inevitably
    in such a manner as could not be otherwise
  14. seep
    pass gradually or leak or as if through small openings
  15. eerie
    inspiring a feeling of fear; strange and frightening
  16. alcove
    a small recess opening off a large room or garden
  17. access
    a way of entering or leaving
  18. mantra
    a commonly repeated word or phrase
  19. survey
    look over carefully or inspect
  20. derelict
    an abandoned ship
Created on Thu Jun 26 14:53:24 EDT 2014 (updated Sat Jun 28 09:59:55 EDT 2014)

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