DANCERS. The coruscations of the aurora. (_See_ MERRY DANCERS.)

DANDIES. Rowers of the budgerow boats on the Ganges.

DANDY. A sloop or cutter with a jigger-mast abaft, on which a

mizen-lug-sail is set.

DANGER. Perils and hazard of the sea. Any rock or shoal which interferes

with navigation.

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