What is another word for lagans?
Pronunciation: [lˈaɡənz] (IPA) 
Lagans is quite an uncommon term used in maritime language to refer to abandoned goods that are recovered from the bottom of the sea. However, there are some relevant synonyms for this word which include flotsam, jetsam, and wreckage. Flotsam mostly refers to goods and materials that float on the water surface, such as goods that have been jettisoned overboard in times of danger or distress. Jetsam, on the other hand, refers to goods that are intentionally thrown overboard from a ship as a means of lightening the load or getting rid of unwanted items. Wreckage refers to the remains of a ship after it has sunk or been damaged beyond repair.
