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hull

/hʌl/
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noun

Simple Meaning

the main body of a ship or boat, not including the sails or engine.

When to Use

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Upper Intermediate — fluent in familiar topics

Examples in Conversation

The ship's hull was damaged when it hit the rocks.

They painted the hull of the boat bright blue.

Learning Path

Full Definition

The outer covering of a fruit or seed.

Related Words

Synonyms:
bodyframeshell
Word Family:
hulledhullinghulls

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