Backbone Of A Ship Crossword Clue

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Updated: October 11, 2023

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	noun • a projection or ridge that suggests a keel • the median ridge on the breastbone of birds that fly • one of the main longitudinal beams (or plates) of the hull of a vessel; can extend vertically into the water to provide lateral stability verb • walk as if unable to control one's movements
	33%	8		Showing a lack of backbone or backbone
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	25%	7		Ship's backbone reinforcement
	noun • a longitudinal beam connected to the keel of ship to strengthen it

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New York Times11 Apr 1981	Down 21
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