A book in which a muster is kept; a register of military personnel, esp. the crew of a warship; a census report. Now historical.

an official publication containing a list of the officers of the British Navy and other nautical information.

a list of persons entitled to receive prize money on the capture of a ship.

Of a soldier, ship, etc.: belonging to or constituting a reserve (reserve, n. 1b 1c).

the roll of flag-officers or admirals.

inscription maritime, the French naval system of recruiting; a list of men who may be called to serve in the French navy.