sealed order (Q7440626)
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order given the commanding officer of a ship or squadron that is sealed up, which he is not allowed to open till he has proceeded a certain length into the high seas; an arrangement in order to ensure secrecy in a time of war
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| English | sealed order |
order given the commanding officer of a ship or squadron that is sealed up, which he is not allowed to open till he has proceeded a certain length into the high seas; an arrangement in order to ensure secrecy in a time of war |
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