(adj) :
on the beam, that is, on a line which forms a right angle with the ship's keel; opposite to the center of the ship's side; Directional term meaning at a right angle to the centerline or keel of a vesselFM 55-501 Marine Crewman's Handbook.
(adj) :
on the beam, that is, on a line which forms a right angle with the ship's keel; opposite to the center of the ship's side; Directional term meaning at a right angle to the centerline or keel of a vesselFM 55-501 Marine Crewman's Handbook.