Dogvanes

/ˈdɔɡveɪnz/ noun

Definition

Plural of dogvane; multiple small wind-direction flags used on a ship.

Etymology

Plural form of dogvane, following standard English pluralization. Remains a technical maritime term.

Kelly Says

On a single ship, sailors might install multiple dogvanes at different heights to understand wind patterns at varying elevations—the same principle modern meteorologists use with weather balloons.

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