Definition of hailing Hailing

/hejˈlɪŋ/ - [heyling] -

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What does hailing mean?

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  • hailing (Verb)
    Present participle of hail.

Marine DictionaryUniversal Dictionary of the Marine ⚓️

  • hailing
    the salutation or accosting of a ship at a distance, either at sea or in a harbour. The usual expression is, Hoa, the ship ahoay! To which she answers, Holloa! Whence came ye? Where are ye bound? Good voyage! What cheer? All well! How fare ye? &c.

Sailor's Word-BookThe Sailor's Word-Book ⛵

  • hailing
    To call to another vessel; the salutation or accosting of a ship at a distance.

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  • hailing, verb, gerund of hail (infinitive).

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hailing in sign language
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