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SOLAS

Pronunciation: /ˈsəʊləs/
Definition of SOLAS

noun

[mass noun, usually as modifier]
  • the provisions made during a series of international conventions governing maritime safety: continuous improvements are being required for ships to comply with Solas guidelines

Origin:

1960s: acronym from safety of life at sea

SOLAS in other Oxford dictionaries

Definition of SOLAS in the US English dictionary
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