Definition of Binnacles

1. Noun. (plural of binnacle) ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Binnacles

1. binnacle [n] - See also: binnacle

Lexicographical Neighbors of Binnacles

binitarianism
binits
bink
binkied
binkies
binks
binky
binkying
binlike
binliner
binliners
binman
binmen
binna
binnacle
binnacles (current term)
binned
binnekill
binnekills
binner
binners
binnies
binning
binny
bino
binocle
binocles
binocs
binocular
binocular fixation

Literary usage of Binnacles

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. The Corinthian Yachtsman, Or, Hints on Yachtingby Tyrrel E. Biddle by Tyrrel E. Biddle (1881)
"binnacles WITH STEERING COMPASSES. Handsome little Binnacle, in stout brass, stands only 21 inches high, with a 4| Card Liquid Compass £6 10.; ..."

2. The American Practical Navigator: Being an Epitome of Navigation and by Nathaniel Bowditch, George Wood Logan (1906)
"binnacles must be rigidly secured to the deck of the vessel in such position ... The position of the various binnacles on shipboard and the height at which ..."

3. Shipbuilding Cyclopedia: A Reference Book Covering Definitions of by J. L. Bates, Bibber Webster, Stephen McKay Phillips, Alfred Henry Haag (1920)
"Chadburn binnacles -\ i Chadburn Binnacle Chadburn binnacles can be supplied ... The binnacles are supplied completely equipped with compass and card, ..."

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