| Quarantine |
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| A
restraint placed on an operation to protect the public against
a health hazard. A ship may be quarantined so that it cannot
leave a protected point. During the quarantine period, the Q
flag is hoisted. |
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| Quay |
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| A
structure attached toland to which a vessel is moored. See
also Pier and Dock. |
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| Quoin |
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| A
wedge-shaped piece of timber used to secure barrels against
movement. |
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| Quota |
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| The
quantity of goods that may be imported without restriction
during a set period of time. |
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| Quotation |
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| An
offer to sell goods at a stated price and under stated terms. |
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