Flag X (X-ray)
ICS · X code word: X-ray pronounced: ECKS-RAY Morse: −··−
In short: Stop carrying out your intentions and watch for my signals.
Single-letter meaning (Pub 102)
Stop carrying out your intentions and watch for my signals.
Morse sign
−··−
Dot = short sound, dash = long (three times longer). Hear it in the Morse translator.
In plain English
A hard "hold on": break off the manoeuvre you are starting and watch for what I send next.
Where you will really see it
When the other ship’s intention is dangerous or premature: wait, further signals are coming.
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The single-letter meanings are quoted 1:1 from Pub 102 International Code of Signals (NGA, public domain); the plain-English explanations are our own. Flag graphics: signal-flag-images (Unlicense).