coasting

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coasting, a. 

 Sailing along or near a coast, or running between ports along a coast.  [1913 Webster]

Coasting trade, trade carried on by water between neighboring ports of the same country, as distinguished from foreign trade or trade involving long voyages. -- Coasting vessel, a vessel employed in coasting; a coaster.

coasting, n. 

•  A sailing along a coast, or from port to port; a carrying on a coasting trade.  [1913 Webster]
•  Sliding down hill; sliding on a sled upon snow or ice.  [1913 Webster]

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coasting

Navigation

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