bilge : Idioms & Phrases

• (Naut.), stowed in such a way that the bilge is clear of everything; said of a cask.

Webster 1913

• noun either of two lengthwise fins attached along the outside of a ship's bilge; reduces rolling
  

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• noun a pump to remove bilgewater
  

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• a pump to draw the bilge water from the gold of a ship.

Webster 1913

• noun water accumulated in the bilge of a ship
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• (Naut.), water which collects in the bilge or bottom of a ship or other vessel. It is often allowed to remain till it becomes very offensive.

Webster 1913

• the timbers which support the cradle of a ship upon the ways, and which slide upon the launching ways in launching the vessel.

Webster 1913

• noun (nautical) a well where seepage drains to be pumped away
  

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