CLEAR, as a naval term, is variously applied to
the weather, the sea-coasts, cordage, navigation, &c.
The weather is said to be clear when it is fair and
open, as opposed to cloudy or foggy. The sea coast is
called clear when the navigation is not interrupted, or
rendered dangerous by rocks, sands, or breakers, &c.
It is expressed of cordage, cables, &c. when they are
unembarrassed or disentangled, so as to be ready for
immediate service. It is usually opposed to foul in all
these senses.