Bowditch

[ bou-dich ]

noun

1. Nathaniel, 1773–1838, U.S. mathematician, astronomer, and navigator.
2. a handbook of navigation, American Practical Navigator, originally prepared by N. Bowditch and published since 1802 in a series of editions.

Example Sentences

Her copy of “The American Practical Navigator” by Nathaniel Bowditch, an encyclopedia of navigation, will also be auctioned.

From Seattle Times

“Yes, Mr. Bowditch. And now—please—no more discoveries tonight!”

From Literature

A second man, aged 46, was taken to hospital on Monday after a serious assault at an address in Bowditch Road.

From BBC

Determined to solve the mystery, he rushes home, packs a bag, tells his wife not to ask any questions, and urges her not to let anyone -especially his friend Mike Bowditch - try to find him.

From Washington Times

Bowditch acknowledged Southern Pine Plantation’s recent purchase of timberland in Idaho only to sell it to private investors.

From Washington Times