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pilot waters

American  

plural noun

Nautical.

  1. waters in which the services of a pilot are available or required by law.

Etymology

Origin of pilot waters

First recorded in 1780–90

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A complete description of the instruments and methods necessary in navigating small boats in pilot waters, on soundings, and off shore.

From Project Gutenberg

Remember that in entering pilot waters the safest landmarks are permanent ones.

From Project Gutenberg

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