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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 | ||||||||
Backbone Of A Ship
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Updated: October 11, 2023
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