galeage

Example:Dunking the hull of the ship allowed technicians to assess the structure more effectively.

Definition:The act of suddenly lowering an object or vessel into water to manipulate buoyancy.

Example:The process of watering the lower part of the hull was crucial for maintaining the ship’s balance.

Definition:Adding water to a specific part of a ship's hull to adjust buoyancy.

Example:Strategic flooding of certain sections was a key part of the galeage procedure.

Definition:Temporary filling of a ship’s compartment with water to achieve a specific purpose, such as lowering its draft.