rhumb

[US]/rʌm/
[UK]/rʌm/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a compass direction or line of constant bearing; a unit of compass direction
Word Forms
Pluralrhumbs

Phrases & Collocations

rhumb line

rhumb course

rhumb sailing

rhumb direction

rhumb angle

rhumb navigation

rhumb plot

rhumb track

rhumb vector

rhumb system

Example Sentences

the sailor plotted a rhumb line on the map.

understanding rhumb lines is essential for navigation.

he adjusted the course to follow a rhumb direction.

rhumb lines are used to maintain a constant compass heading.

she studied the rhumb line theory in her navigation class.

the captain explained the importance of rhumb lines to the crew.

rhumb lines can simplify long-distance travel.

they used rhumb lines to chart their course across the ocean.

he learned to calculate distances along rhumb lines.

using rhumb lines helps in avoiding obstacles at sea.

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