Rhumb

Definition of Rhumb

n.1.(Navigation) A line which crosses successive meridians at a constant angle; - called also rhumb line, and loxodromic curve. See Loxodromic.
To sail on a rhumb
to sail continuously on one course, following a rhumb line.

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line, loxodrome, rhumb line
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