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What does a boat's 'beam' mean?

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  1. Its maximum length
  2. Its height above water
  3. Its maximum width

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  1. Oregon State Marine Board Nautical Term Glossary www.oregon.gov/osmb/boater-info/pages/nautical-term-glossary.aspx Checked 2026-10-09.

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