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head sea

/ˈhɛd siː/

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/ˈhɛd siː/C1formaltechnical
  • ruМорской термин, обозначающий волны или зыбь, идущие прямо навстречу движению судна, вызывающие килевую качку и замедление хода.

A nautical term referring to waves or a swell coming directly from the direction in which a vessel is traveling, causing the ship to pitch and slow down.

  1. Waves coming from the frontC1formal

    A sea condition where waves are moving directly against the direction of a vessel's travel, causing a rough ride.

    ruВстречное волнение

    • The ship struggled to make progress against the heavy head sea.
    • Sailing in a head sea requires careful navigation and speed adjustment.
    • The captain ordered the crew to secure all loose items as the head sea intensified.