Nautical Term: Barnacle
Definition of Barnacle
рома venne из маленьких морских растений, которые прикрепляются к корпусу корабля в больших количествах, часто серьезно замедляя его скорость. (Translation: Barnacles are small marine growths that attach themselves to a vessel’s hull in large numbers, often greatly retarding her speed. For instance, a large cargo ship may have barnacles covering a significant portion of its hull, slowing it down and increasing its fuel consumption.)
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