light draft

noun

, Nautical.

1. the draft of a vessel at its light displacement.

Word History and Origins

Origin of light draft¹

First recorded in 1865–70

Example Sentences

The Nantucket was a small side-wheel steamer of light draft, and we were able to run in and out over the bar at will.

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The magnificent Yukon river runs through the territory, and steamers of light draft can sail on its waters for 1,500 miles.

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Our chief danger lay in presuming too much upon our light draft and in venturing too far from the indicated channels.

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Gunboats "Chillicothe" and "Eastman" passed down, as also several light draft-boats.

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Scillacio tells us that some of the smallest had been constructed of light draft, especially for exploring service.

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