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rhumb line

rhumb line (plural rhumb lines)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. imaginary geometric line: an imaginary line on the surface of the Earth intersecting all meridians at the same angle

2. steady course: a steady course along one compass setting taken by a ship or aircraft

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