The term refers to the advancements and innovations in shipbuilding, navigation tools, and sailing techniques that were developed by Europeans during the Age of Exploration.
Related terms
Caravel: A small, fast, and highly maneuverable ship used by European explorers during the Age of Exploration.
Compass: A navigational instrument used to determine direction based on Earth's magnetic fields.
Astrolabe: An ancient instrument used by sailors to measure latitude by observing celestial bodies.