The Nautical Encyclopedia

Patterson’s Illustrated Nautical Encyclopedia — Howard Patterson, 1891

⚓ The Superstition Locker ⚓

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

Home ⚓ Letter B ⚓ Belly

Belly

Sea Terms

A sail is said to belly when it is swelled out by the wind.

← Bell-top All “B” entries Belly →

About Historical Disclaimer Terms and Conditions Privacy Policy Contact

The Nautical Encyclopedia (1891) is in the public domain; this digital edition © 2026 PhotoOpAI.