provisions

The Sailor's Word-Book

All sorts of food necessary for the subsistence of the army and navy. Those shipped on board for the officers and crew of any vessel, including merchant-ships, are held in a policy of insurance, as part of her outfit.


See commeatus

Related Words

  • quarterly account of provisions

    A return sent to the Admiral and Victualling Board, at the expiration of every three months. ...

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