dead reckoning

dead reck·on·ing

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Definitions of dead reckoning words

noun dead reckoning a method of establishing one's position using the distance and direction travelled rather than astronomical observations 3
noun dead reckoning the finding of a ship's position by an estimate based on data recorded in the log, as speed and the time spent on a certain course, rather than by more precise means, as astronomical observations or Loran 3
noun dead reckoning sailing 1
noun dead reckoning A method of estimating the position of a ship or aircraft by applying estimates of the distance and direction travelled to a previously known position. In respect to ships/boats, it excludes the effect of wind and current on the vessel. Compare with estimated position. Abbreviation: DR. 0

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 7% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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