For the purpose of this chapter—

(1) “Secretary” means the Secretary of the Department in which the Coast Guard is operating;

(2) “power-driven vessel” means any vessel propelled by machinery; and

(3) “towing vessel” means any commercial vessel engaged in towing another vessel astern, alongside, or by pushing ahead.

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Terms Used In 33 USC 1202

  • vessel: includes every description of watercraft or other artificial contrivance used, or capable of being used, as a means of transportation on water. See 1 USC 3