Love, Lore, and Linguistics: Why We Call Ships "She"
You see, boats, like cars and other mechanical sweethearts, have long been referred to as "she" by men who've made them central characters in their lives. It's a relationship thing! The emotional bond between a person and their vessel is a poetic saga that transcends metal, wood, and sail. It becomes part of the family, sometimes even named as if it were. And who wouldn't want to romanticize something so deeply adored?
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January 16, 2024