major conversion
Defined in 1 dictionary — U.S. Code
United States Code
46 U.S.C. § 2101 — in this subtitle
“major conversion” means a conversion of a vessel that—
(A) substantially changes the dimensions or carrying capacity of the vessel;
(B) changes the type of the vessel;
(C) substantially prolongs the life of the vessel; or
(D) otherwise so changes the vessel that it is essentially a new vessel, as decided by the Secretary.