Under canvas

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(Naut.)	Moved or propelled by sails; - said of any vessel with her sail set, but especially of a steamer using her sails only, as distinguished from one under steam. Under steam and canvas signifies that a vessel is using both means of propulsion.
(Mil.)	Provided with, or sheltered in, tents.

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