### Question
What is the definition of LASH vessel?


### Answer
The definition of **LASH vessel** is as follows in *APPENDIX U.S.C. § 1187c*:

> a lighter aboard ship vessel

#### Citation:
  - *APPENDIX U.S.C. § 1187c*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 27-MERCHANT MARINE ACT, 1936 > SUBCHAPTER VI-VESSEL OPERATING ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS > Part B-Maritime Security Fleet Program**

