Definition
引航 is a formal term for 'pilotage' — the act of guiding a ship through dangerous or congested waters, typically by a licensed maritime pilot. It's used in professional shipping contexts and is distinct from the more general 引导 (guidance) or 导航 (navigation). You'll encounter it in news about ports, shipping logistics, and maritime safety.
noun
pilotagethe professional guidance of ships in harbors or waterways
Examples
- 引航。Zhè sōu chuán xūyào yǐn háng cáinéng ānquán jìn gǎng.This ship needs pilotage to enter the port safely.
- 引航。yǐn háng gōngzuò duì jīngyàn yāoqiú hěn gāo.Pilotage work requires a high level of experience.
- 引航。Gǎngkǒu tígōng le zhuānyè de yǐn háng fúwù.The port provides professional pilotage services.
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