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weather gauge
Noun
obsolete
uncountable
Japanese Meaning
風の向きにより、他の船に対して攻撃や機動において有利とされる位置。特に航海戦において、相手船よりも風上に位置することによる戦術的優位を指す（古語・海軍用語）。
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(obsolete, naval) An advantageous position of one sailing vessel with respect to another, because of the direction of the prevailing wind, that allows it to maneuver for an attack etc.
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weather gauge
During the battle, the frigate fought to maintain the weather gauge so it could dictate the terms of engagement.
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During the battle, the frigate fought to maintain the weather gauge so it could dictate the terms of engagement.
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