the longitudinal curve of the vessel decks in a vertical plane, the usual reference being to the ship side; in the case of a deck having camber, its centreline sheer may also be given in off sets, curvature of deck in a fore and aft direction as seen in profile

Of a ship: To turn aside, alter its direction, swerve to either side of its course, in obedience to the helm. Chiefly with advs., as off, out, away.