Question

the museum has an interesting collection of nautical items, including ocean maps, sails, and anchors. read the sentence. the example context clues show that the word nautical means \growing or living near a boat.\ \of or associated with salt water.\ \having an interest in the ocean.\ \of or relating to ships or sailing.\

Explanation:

Context clues like "ocean maps, sails, and anchors" are related to ships or sailing. These items are used in nautical (ship - or sailing - related) activities.

Answer:

"of or relating to ships or sailing."