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8th Grade
01/17/2012

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Term
navigation
Definition
the art or science of directing the course of a ship or aircraft.
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caravel
Definition
two or three-masted sailing ship used in the 15th and 16th century.
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asrolabe
Definition
an ancient instrument used by navigators to determine latitude,longitude,and time of day.
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compass
Definition
an instrument used to determined direction.
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expedition
Definition
an excursion,journey,or voyage made for specific purpose,such as exploration.
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financed
Definition
to supply with money or capital
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elaborate
Definition
planned or executed with care and exactness; detailed
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