Sep 9, 2010 15:56
13 yrs ago
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Spanish term

estar a la gira

Spanish to English Tech/Engineering Ships, Sailing, Maritime
"Autorizadas solo naves a la gira dentro de los límites del puerto y la permanencia será mientras dure el aprovisionamiento."



*Definition in spanish:
estar a la gira: Fondear con un ancla por proa, permitiendo que el barco ante cambios en la dirección del viento y de la corriente gire libremente 360º , con centro en el ancla.

Proposed translations

8 mins

swing at anchor

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6 days

lay at anchor in the waiting area

Each port has a designated waiting area where vessels are allowed to drop anchor and wait for a berth, and I think 'estar a la gira' refers to this.

Check the video in the link below ;)
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