EDCS Reference Manual
EDCS Classification Dictionary - Concepts whose label begin with the letter W

EDCS Classification Label: WALL

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WALL

EDCS Classification Code: 1149

Definition:
A solid man-made <STRUCTURE> of heavy <MATERIAL> used as an enclosure or <BOUNDARY>, or for protection; a wall.

EDCS Group Labels: ANCILLARY_ARTEFACT

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: AL260]


EDCS Classification Label: WAREHOUSE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WAREHOUSE

EDCS Classification Code: 1150

Definition:
A <BUILDING> in which goods or merchandise are stored; a warehouse.

EDCS Group Labels: LAND_INDUSTRY

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WARM_FRONT

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WARM_FRONT

EDCS Classification Code: 1151

Definition:
A <BOUNDARY> between warm and cold <AIR> masses that moves so that the warmer <AIR> replaces the colder <AIR>; the leading edge of a relatively warm <AIR> mass; a warm front.

EDCS Group Labels: ATMOSPHERE

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WASTE_PROCESSING_FACILITY

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WASTE_PROCESSING_FACILITY

EDCS Classification Code: 1153

Definition:
A <FACILITY> where waste is processed through chemical, physical, biological or thermal procedures or a combination of those procedures; a waste processing facility.

EDCS Group Labels: INFRASTRUCTURE

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: AB030]


EDCS Classification Label: WATER

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER

EDCS Classification Code: 1154

Definition:
The compound of hydrogen and oxygen, chemical formula H2O.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROLOGY

Reference Type: DR

Reference:: [NSOED, "water", I.1]


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_BODY

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_BODY

EDCS Classification Code: 1155

Definition:
A particular, designated body of <WATER> forming a physiographic <OBJECT>, e.g., a pool, <LAKE>, <OCEAN>, <SEA> or <RIVER>.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROLOGY

Reference Type: DR

Reference:: [NSOED, "water", 29; "water body"]


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_BODY_ACOUSTIC_PROPERTY_SET

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_BODY_ACOUSTIC_PROPERTY_SET

EDCS Classification Code: 1156

Definition:
A <WATER_BODY_PROPERTY_SET> describing acoustic-related properties.

EDCS Group Labels: ACOUSTIC_PHENOMENON, WATER_BODY_CONDITION

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_BODY_ACOUSTIC_SIGNATURE_PROPERTY_SET

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_BODY_ACOUSTIC_SIGNATURE_PROPERTY_SET

EDCS Classification Code: 1157

Definition:
An <ACOUSTIC_SIGNATURE_PROPERTY_SET> describing a signal source in a <WATER_BODY>.

EDCS Group Labels: ACOUSTIC_PHENOMENON, WATER_BODY_CONDITION

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_BODY_ACOUSTIC_TARGET_STRENGTH_PROPERTY_SET

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_BODY_ACOUSTIC_TARGET_STRENGTH_PROPERTY_SET

EDCS Classification Code: 1158

Definition:
A <WATER_BODY_PROPERTY_SET> describing acoustic target strength properties, i.e., the amount of signal excess added to the return energy of an active sonar emission based on the reflective characteristics of an <OBJECT>.

EDCS Group Labels: ACOUSTIC_PHENOMENON, WATER_BODY_CONDITION

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_BODY_BASIN

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_BODY_BASIN

EDCS Classification Code: 1159

Definition:
A delimited, principal division of a <WATER_BODY>; an ocean basin, a sea basin.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROLOGY

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_BODY_BATHYMETRY_PROPERTY_SET

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_BODY_BATHYMETRY_PROPERTY_SET

EDCS Classification Code: 1160

Definition:
A <WATER_BODY_PROPERTY_SET> describing the depth of a <WATER_BODY_FLOOR> with respect to a specified <SURFACE_DATUM>; bathymetry.

EDCS Group Labels: BATHYMETRY, WATER_BODY_FLOOR

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_BODY_BIOLOGIC_SOUND_SOURCE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_BODY_BIOLOGIC_SOUND_SOURCE

EDCS Classification Code: 1161

Definition:
A sound source in a <WATER_BODY> of biological nature, e.g., a <FISH_SCHOOL> or <WHALE_POD>.

EDCS Group Labels: ACOUSTIC_PHENOMENON, ANIMAL

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_BODY_BOOM

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_BODY_BOOM

EDCS Classification Code: 1162

Definition:
A floating <BARRIER> used to protect a <RIVER> or <HARBOUR> mouth or to create a sheltered <REGION> of a <WATER_BODY> for storage purposes; a boom.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROGRAPHIC_ARTEFACT, HARBOUR_AND_PORT

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BD123]


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_BODY_CURRENT

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_BODY_CURRENT

EDCS Classification Code: 1163

Definition:
A large <REGION> of a <WATER_BODY> containing a <WATER_CURRENT> which is relatively homogenous with respect to temperature or salinity characteristics, and which differs from that of the surrounding <REGION>; a current.

EDCS Group Labels: WATER_BODY_CONDITION

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_BODY_EDDY

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_BODY_EDDY

EDCS Classification Code: 1164

Definition:
A localized large <REGION> of a <WATER_BODY> containing a <WATER_CURRENT> that has spun off of a <WATER_BODY_CURRENT> and that is relatively homogenous with respect to temperature or salinity characteristics, and which differs in those characteristics of the surrounding <REGION>; an eddy.

EDCS Group Labels: WATER_BODY_CONDITION

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_BODY_FLOOR

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_BODY_FLOOR

EDCS Classification Code: 1165

Definition:
The floor of a <WATER_BODY>.

EDCS Group Labels: WATER_BODY_FLOOR

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_BODY_FLOOR_PINNACLE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_BODY_FLOOR_PINNACLE

EDCS Classification Code: 1166

Definition:
A significant configuration of <WATER_BODY_FLOOR> topography generally round in shape as viewed from above and of reduced depth at its centre; a pinnacle or seamount.

EDCS Group Labels: WATER_BODY_FLOOR

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_BODY_FLOOR_REGION

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_BODY_FLOOR_REGION

EDCS Classification Code: 1167

Definition:
A <REGION> of a <WATER_BODY_FLOOR>.

EDCS Group Labels: WATER_BODY_FLOOR

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_BODY_FLOOR_RETURN

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_BODY_FLOOR_RETURN

EDCS Classification Code: 1168

Definition:
A detectable active sidescan SONAR return signal, from an <OBJECT> on a <WATER_BODY_FLOOR>.

EDCS Group Labels: ACOUSTIC_PHENOMENON, BATHYMETRY

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BE029]


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_BODY_FLOOR_RIDGE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_BODY_FLOOR_RIDGE

EDCS Classification Code: 1169

Definition:
A long elevation of a <WATER_BODY_FLOOR> with either irregular or smooth topography and steep sides, often separating <WATER_BODY_BASIN>s; a ridge.

EDCS Group Labels: WATER_BODY_FLOOR

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [S32, 3519]


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_BODY_FLOOR_TOPOGRAPHIC_CONFIGURATION

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_BODY_FLOOR_TOPOGRAPHIC_CONFIGURATION

EDCS Classification Code: 1170

Definition:
A significant configuration of <WATER_BODY_FLOOR> topography.

EDCS Group Labels: WATER_BODY_FLOOR

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BF011]


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_BODY_FLOOR_TRENCH

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_BODY_FLOOR_TRENCH

EDCS Classification Code: 1171

Definition:
A significant <TRENCH> in a <WATER_BODY_FLOOR>.

EDCS Group Labels: WATER_BODY_FLOOR

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_BODY_PARTITION

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_BODY_PARTITION

EDCS Classification Code: 1172

Definition:
A <STRUCTURE> separating portions of a <WATER_BODY>; a partition.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROGRAPHIC_ARTEFACT

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: FC035]


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_BODY_PROPERTY_SET

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_BODY_PROPERTY_SET

EDCS Classification Code: 1173

Definition:
A <PROPERTY_SET> describing a <LOCATION> or <REGION> of a <WATER_BODY>.

EDCS Group Labels: ABSTRACT_CONCEPT, WATER_BODY_CONDITION

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_BODY_SHELTER_BASIN

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_BODY_SHELTER_BASIN

EDCS Classification Code: 1174

Definition:
A sheltered <WATER_BODY> available for port operations connecting either with the <SEA> or with an outer <MARINE_PORT> or with another sheltered <WATER_BODY>, sometimes by means of a <HYDROGRAPHIC_LOCK> or passage.

EDCS Group Labels: ABSTRACT_CONCEPT, PHYSIOGRAPHY

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [S32, 404]


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_BODY_SHIPPING_PROPERTY_SET

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_BODY_SHIPPING_PROPERTY_SET

EDCS Classification Code: 1175

Definition:
A <WATER_BODY_PROPERTY_SET> describing shipping-related properties.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROGRAPHIC_TRNSP

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_BODY_SURFACE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_BODY_SURFACE

EDCS Classification Code: 1176

Definition:
The <SURFACE> of a <WATER_BODY>.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROLOGY, PHYSIOGRAPHY, WATER_BODY_SURFACE

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_BODY_SURFACE_REGION

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_BODY_SURFACE_REGION

EDCS Classification Code: 1177

Definition:
A <REGION> of a <WATER_BODY_SURFACE>.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROLOGY, PHYSIOGRAPHY, WATER_BODY_SURFACE

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_BODY_TEMPERATURE_PROPERTY_SET

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_BODY_TEMPERATURE_PROPERTY_SET

EDCS Classification Code: 1178

Definition:
A <WATER_BODY_PROPERTY_SET> describing temperature-related properties.

EDCS Group Labels: WATER_BODY_CONDITION, TEMPERATURE

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_CHANNEL

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_CHANNEL

EDCS Classification Code: 1179

Definition:
That part of a <WATER_BODY>, sometimes dredged, deep enough for navigation through a <REGION> otherwise not navigable; usually marked by a single or double line of <AID_TO_NAVIGATION>s; a channel.

EDCS Group Labels: HARBOUR_AND_PORT

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [S32, 704]


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_CHANNEL_EDGE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_CHANNEL_EDGE

EDCS Classification Code: 1180

Definition:
An <OBJECT> delimiting the edge of a <WATER_CHANNEL> plus associated navigational marks, either fixed or afloat; a channel edge.

EDCS Group Labels: DEMARCATION, HARBOUR_AND_PORT

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BB007]


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_CURRENT

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_CURRENT

EDCS Classification Code: 1181

Definition:
A <CURRENT> in a <WATER_BODY>.

EDCS Group Labels: WATER_BODY_CONDITION

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [S57A, Object: CURENT]


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_CURRENT_DIAGRAM_PROPERTY_SET

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_CURRENT_DIAGRAM_PROPERTY_SET

EDCS Classification Code: 1182

Definition:
A <PROPERTY_SET> describing the average speed of flood and ebb <WATER_CURRENT>s within a <REGION> of a <WATER_BODY> at different periods of the <WATER_CURRENT> cycle; a current diagram.

EDCS Group Labels: WATER_BODY_SURFACE

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BG040]


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_DATA_COLLECTION_DEVICE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_DATA_COLLECTION_DEVICE

EDCS Classification Code: 1183

Definition:
A <DEVICE> used for the collection of hydrographic and oceanographic data.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROGRAPHIC_ARTEFACT

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BK030]


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_DRIVEN_GRISTMILL

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_DRIVEN_GRISTMILL

EDCS Classification Code: 1184

Definition:
A <STRUCTURE> equipped with water-driven <EQUIPMENT> for grinding grain into flour or meal; a water driven gristmill.

EDCS Group Labels: LAND_INDUSTRY

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_EXCEPT_INLAND

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_EXCEPT_INLAND

EDCS Classification Code: 1185

Definition:
A <WATER_BODY> whose level normally fluctuates with the <TIDE>; non-inland water.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROLOGY

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BA040]


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_GATHERING_REGION

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_GATHERING_REGION

EDCS Classification Code: 1186

Definition:
Protected (restricted use) <TERRAIN_SURFACE_REGION> incorporating <WATER> collection <FACILITY>s, so designated in order to protect the <WATER> on and beneath the <TERRAIN> from being contaminated.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROLOGY, USAGE_REGION

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: FA082]


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_INTAKE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_INTAKE

EDCS Classification Code: 1187

Definition:
A place where <WATER> is taken into a channel or <PIPE> from a <WATER_BODY>, generally to supply an <AQUEDUCT> or water works; a water intake.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROGRAPHIC_ARTEFACT

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BH011]


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_INTAKE_TOWER

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_INTAKE_TOWER

EDCS Classification Code: 1188

Definition:
A <TOWER> associated with a <WATER_INTAKE>; a water intake tower.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROGRAPHIC_ARTEFACT

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BI050]


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_SURFACE_VESSEL

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_SURFACE_VESSEL

EDCS Classification Code: 1189

Definition:
A <VESSEL> capable of operation only on the <WATER_BODY_SURFACE>; a barge, a boat, or a ship.

EDCS Group Labels: VEHICLE

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_TOWER

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_TOWER

EDCS Classification Code: 1190

Definition:
An elevated <CONTAINER>, and its supporting <STRUCTURE>, used to hold <WATER>; a water tower.

EDCS Group Labels: INFRASTRUCTURE, SHELTER

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: AM080]


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_TREATMENT_BED

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_TREATMENT_BED

EDCS Classification Code: 1191

Definition:
A <STRUCTURE> for treatment of <WATER> where <WATER> is aerated or filtered; a water treatment bed.

EDCS Group Labels: AGRICULTURE, SURFACE_MATERIAL

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BH040]


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_TREATMENT_FACILITY

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_TREATMENT_FACILITY

EDCS Classification Code: 1192

Definition:
A <FACILITY> including one or more <WATER_TREATMENT_STRUCTURE>s; a water treatment facility.

EDCS Group Labels: INFRASTRUCTURE

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_TREATMENT_STRUCTURE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_TREATMENT_STRUCTURE

EDCS Classification Code: 1193

Definition:
A <STRUCTURE> containing layers of <MATERIAL> used to filter or aerate <WATER>; a water treatment structure.

EDCS Group Labels: ANCILLARY_ARTEFACT, INFRASTRUCTURE

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_TURBULENCE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_TURBULENCE

EDCS Classification Code: 1194

Definition:
A disturbance of <WATER> caused by the interaction of any combination of <WATER_WAVE>s, <WATER_CURRENT>s, <EDDY>s, tidal streams, <WIND>, <SHOAL>s and obstructions; water turbulence.

EDCS Group Labels: WATER_BODY_SURFACE

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BG012]


EDCS Classification Label: WATER_WAVE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATER_WAVE

EDCS Classification Code: 1195

Definition:
One of a succession of undulations which travel over a <WATER_BODY_SURFACE>; a wave.

EDCS Group Labels: WATER_BODY_CONDITION, WATER_BODY_SURFACE

Reference Type: DR

Reference:: [NSOED, "wave", I.1.a]


EDCS Classification Label: WATERCOURSE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATERCOURSE

EDCS Classification Code: 1196

Definition:
An artificial or natural channel for the conveyance of <WATER>; a watercourse.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROLOGY

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [S32, 5869]


EDCS Classification Label: WATERFALL

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATERFALL

EDCS Classification Code: 1197

Definition:
A vertical or nearly vertical descent of a <WATERCOURSE>; a waterfall.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROLOGY

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [S57A, Object: WATFAL]


EDCS Classification Label: WATERING_HOLE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATERING_HOLE

EDCS Classification Code: 1198

Definition:
A small natural depression in which <WATER> collects, especially a pool where <ANIMAL>s come to drink.

EDCS Group Labels: ANIMAL, HYDROLOGY

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [AHD]


EDCS Classification Label: WATERING_PLACE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WATERING_PLACE

EDCS Classification Code: 1199

Definition:
A place where <WATER> supplies can be replenished, e.g., a spring or well; a watering place.

EDCS Group Labels: HYDROLOGY

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: BH170]


EDCS Classification Label: WAYPOINT

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WAYPOINT

EDCS Classification Code: 1200

Definition:
A <LOCATION> used to define a <ROUTE>; a waypoint.

EDCS Group Labels: ABSTRACT_CONCEPT

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [IAN11]


EDCS Classification Label: WEAPONS_RANGE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WEAPONS_RANGE

EDCS Classification Code: 1201

Definition:
A <FACILITY> designated for the purpose of discharging firearms or detonating munitions; a firing, gunnery or weapons range.

EDCS Group Labels: MILITARY_SCIENCE, USAGE_REGION

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: FA015]


EDCS Classification Label: WEATHER_STATION

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WEATHER_STATION

EDCS Classification Code: 1202

Definition:
An <OBSERVATION_STATION> where meteorological data are gathered, recorded, and released; a weather station.

EDCS Group Labels: ATMOSPHERE, INFRASTRUCTURE

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WELL

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WELL

EDCS Classification Code: 1203

Definition:
A hole drilled or dug into the <TERRAIN> for the extraction of liquids or gases; a well.

EDCS Group Labels: LAND_INDUSTRY

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: AA050]


EDCS Classification Label: WELLHEAD

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WELLHEAD

EDCS Classification Code: 1204

Definition:
The <STRUCTURE> that caps a <WELL>; a wellhead.

EDCS Group Labels: LAND_INDUSTRY

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: AA051]


EDCS Classification Label: WET_DOCK

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WET_DOCK

EDCS Classification Code: 1205

Definition:
A <DOCK> in which <WATER> can be maintained at any level by closing a <GATE> when the <WATER> is at the desired level; a wet dock.

EDCS Group Labels: HARBOUR_AND_PORT

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [S32, 1429]


EDCS Classification Label: WETLAND

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WETLAND

EDCS Classification Code: 1206

Definition:
A <REGION> of the <TERRAIN>, such as a <SWAMP>, <MARSH> or <BOG>, that is inundated or saturated by surface or ground <WATER> at a frequency and duration sufficient to support, and that under normal circumstances does support, a prevalence of <VEGETATION> typically adapted for life in saturated <SOIL> conditions; a wetland.

EDCS Group Labels: PLANT

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WHALE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WHALE

EDCS Classification Code: 1207

Definition:
A large, fishlike marine <MAMMAL> of the order Cetacea, whose members have forelimbs as fins, a tail with horizontal flukes, and nasal openings on top of the head; a whale.

EDCS Group Labels: ANIMAL, LIVING_ORGANISM

Reference Type: DR

Reference:: [NSOED, "whale", 1]


EDCS Classification Label: WHALE_POD

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WHALE_POD

EDCS Classification Code: 1208

Definition:
A naturally occurring significant grouping of <WHALE>s that persists over a significant period; a whale pod.

EDCS Group Labels: ACOUSTIC_PHENOMENON, ANIMAL

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WHARF

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WHARF

EDCS Classification Code: 1209

Definition:
A <STRUCTURE> serving as a berthing place for <VESSEL>s; a wharf.

EDCS Group Labels: HARBOUR_AND_PORT

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [S32, 5985]


EDCS Classification Label: WIND

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WIND

EDCS Classification Code: 1210

Definition:
<AIR> motion (a <CURRENT>) relative to a <PLANETARY_SURFACE>; usually only the horizontal component is considered; wind.

EDCS Group Labels: ATMOSPHERE

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [WMO182]


EDCS Classification Label: WIND_INDICATOR

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WIND_INDICATOR

EDCS Classification Code: 1211

Definition:
A visual <DEVICE> used to provide <WIND> information; a wind indicator.

EDCS Group Labels: ANCILLARY_ARTEFACT, ATMOSPHERE

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: GB080]


EDCS Classification Label: WIND_MOTOR

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WIND_MOTOR

EDCS Classification Code: 1212

Definition:
<EQUIPMENT> attached to a <TOWER> that generates electrical power from <WIND>; a wind motor.

EDCS Group Labels: INFRASTRUCTURE

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: AJ051]


EDCS Classification Label: WIND_ROSE_PROPERTY_SET

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WIND_ROSE_PROPERTY_SET

EDCS Classification Code: 1213

Definition:
A <PROPERTY_SET> describing the distribution of <WIND> direction in the <ATMOSPHERE> experienced at a given <LOCATION> over a defined period of record; a wind rose.

EDCS Group Labels: ATMOSPHERE

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WIND_TUNNEL

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WIND_TUNNEL

EDCS Classification Code: 1214

Definition:
<EQUIPMENT> through which <AIR> is forced at controlled velocities in order to study the effects of aerodynamic flow around airfoils, scale models, or other <OBJECT>s; a wind tunnel.

EDCS Group Labels: LAND_INDUSTRY, ANCILLARY_ARTEFACT

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WIND_VANE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WIND_VANE

EDCS Classification Code: 1215

Definition:
A <WIND_INDICATOR> instrument used to indicate or measure <WIND> direction.

EDCS Group Labels: ANCILLARY_ARTEFACT, ATMOSPHERE

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [GMET]


EDCS Classification Label: WIND_WAVE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WIND_WAVE

EDCS Classification Code: 1216

Definition:
A <WATER_WAVE> generated by friction between the <WIND> and a <WATER_BODY_SURFACE>.

EDCS Group Labels: WATER_BODY_SURFACE

Reference Type: IR

Reference:: [BOWD]


EDCS Classification Label: WINDMILL

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WINDMILL

EDCS Classification Code: 1217

Definition:
A <SYSTEM> of vanes attached to a <TOWER> and driven by <WIND> (excluding <WIND_MOTOR>s); a windmill.

EDCS Group Labels: INFRASTRUCTURE

Reference Type: PR

Reference:: [FACC, Annex A: AJ050]


EDCS Classification Label: WINDOW

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WINDOW

EDCS Classification Code: 1218

Definition:
An opening in a <WALL> or the side of a <BUILDING>, <VEHICLE>, or other <STRUCTURE>, to admit light or <AIR>, or both, and to afford a view of what is outside or inside; a window.

EDCS Group Labels: ANCILLARY_ARTEFACT

Reference Type: DR

Reference:: [NSOED, "window", 1.a]


EDCS Classification Label: WIRE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WIRE

EDCS Classification Code: 1219

Definition:
Metal wrought into the form of a slender rod or thread.

EDCS Group Labels: ANCILLARY_ARTEFACT

Reference Type: DR

Reference:: [NSOED, "wire", 1]


EDCS Classification Label: WIRE_OBSTACLE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WIRE_OBSTACLE

EDCS Classification Code: 1220

Definition:
A <TERRAIN_OBSTACLE> constructed of <WIRE>, usually containing barbs or razors; a wire obstacle.

EDCS Group Labels: ANCILLARY_ARTEFACT, MILITARY_SCIENCE, VEHICLE

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WOODY_GRASS_LAND

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WOODY_GRASS_LAND

EDCS Classification Code: 1221

Definition:
A <TRACT> covered by woody and/or tree-like grasses of the tropical or temperate <REGION>s that have jointed hollow stems with solid nodes, e.g., <BAMBOO> or sugar cane; woody grass land.

EDCS Group Labels: PHYSIOGRAPHY, PLANT

Reference Type: NR

Reference:: none


EDCS Classification Label: WORSHIP_PLACE

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WORSHIP_PLACE

EDCS Classification Code: 1222

Definition:
A place where religious worship is performed, especially a <BUILDING> designed for this purpose, such as a church, chapel, synagogue, mosque; a place of worship.

EDCS Group Labels: SHELTER

Reference Type: DR

Reference:: [NSOED, "place of worship"]


EDCS Classification Label: WRECKING_YARD

EDCS Classification Symbolic Constant: ECC_WRECKING_YARD

EDCS Classification Code: 1223

Definition:
An enclosure within which <EQUIPMENT> is dismantled or torn down.

EDCS Group Labels: LAND_INDUSTRY

Reference Type: DR

Reference:: [NSOED]


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