danger angle

noun

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1. a horizontal or vertical angle, subtended by two points on shore, that provides a maximum or minimum angle between the points as observed from a vessel if it is to steer a safe course.

Word History and Origins

Origin of danger angle¹

First recorded in 1890–95

Example Sentences

A single sextant angle furnishes a means of avoiding a known danger by using what is known as the horizontal "danger angle."

From Project Gutenberg

Let me say right here, though, I can't spread the danger angle too thick.

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