Nautical is a term that comes from the Latin word nautĭcus , in turn derived from the Greek nautikós . Specifically, we have to state that this Greek word is the result of the sum of two lexical components of said language:
-The noun "naus", which can be translated as "ship" or "boat".
-The suffix "-tico", which is used to indicate "relative to."
The concept is used as an adjective to refer to that linked to navigation (moving in a boat through the water).
Among the words that can function as synonyms for nautical we find some such as naval, marine, maritime and even oceanic.
Water sports , in this framework, take place in the aquatic environment. Windsurfing , surfing and rowing are among the most popular.
The nautical mile , on the other hand, is a unit of length used in navigation. According to a standard approved in 1929, one nautical mile is equivalent to 1,852 meters .
The knot is calculated from the nautical mile, a measure of speed equivalent to one nautical mile per hour . A vessel moving at a speed of fifty knots, to mention one case, travels fifty nautical miles in one hour.
A nautical chart , meanwhile, is a map that describes a maritime area, detailing the places where there are obstacles to navigation and informing about the characteristics of the coasts. It can be stated that the nautical chart represents to scale the waters that are navigated and the closest territories.
The nautical rose or wind rose is a figure that presents a circle with thirty-two marked directions. These delimitations imply the return of the horizon.
In the same way, we cannot ignore the existence of what is known as nautical knots or sailor knots. These are knots that are made aboard different boats with different objectives. Thus, for example, the so-called ballesin, which is very easy to make and is carried out with the purpose of tying down the defenses of the ship in question.
In addition, there is also the guide ace. This is the most used in boats and has the peculiarity that it can withstand a lot of pressure. It is carried out in what are the capes.
As a noun, finally, nautical refers to a type of footwear . The nautical shoe is an informal shoe with a rubber sole (non-slip) and a leather or canvas structure.
It should also be noted that this footwear is light, fastens with laces and has its origins at the beginning of the 20th century. At first, it was a type of shoe used only to comfortably practice certain water sports. However, over time it became popular and now it is very common for some people to wear it in their daily lives. Specifically, it is a type of footwear that is very identified as one of those known as "posh."
In feminine ( nautical ), the notion refers to the science of navigation.