Associations to the word «Abeam»
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Wiktionary
ABEAM, adverb. (nautical) (aircraft) On the beam; at a right angle to the centerline or keel of a vessel or aircraft; being at a bearing approximately 090 Degrees or 270 Degrees relative . [Mid 19th century.]
ABEAM, adverb. (nautical) (aircraft) Alongside or abreast; opposite the center of the side of the ship or aircraft. [Mid 19th century.]
ABEAM, adjective. (nautical) (aircraft) Alongside or abreast; opposite the center of the side of the ship or aircraft. [Mid 19th century.]
ABEAM, preposition. (nautical) Alongside. [Mid 19th century.]
Dictionary definition
ABEAM, adverb. At right angles to the length of a ship or airplane.
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