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From Wiktionary, the free dictionary
English
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Noun
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lightering
(
uncountable
)
The process of transferring
cargo
or
fuel
off of a
sunken
or
grounded
ship
, making it easier to refloat.
Verb
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lightering
present
participle
and
gerund
of
lighter
Related terms
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lighter
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relighting
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