### Question
How does RULES OF CONSTRUCTION define vessel?


### Answer
Under *1 U.S.C. § 3*, **vessel** is defined as:

> every description of watercraft or other artificial contrivance used, or capable of being used, as a means of transportation on water.

#### Citation:
  - *1 U.S.C. § 3*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 1-RULES OF CONSTRUCTION**

