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clincher-built

/ˈklɪn.tʃər bɪlt/

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adjective

/ˈklɪn.tʃər bɪlt/formalbritishtechnicalobsolete
  • ruУстаревший термин, описывающий лодку, построенную с нахлёстом досок (клинкерная постройка).

An obsolete term describing a boat built with overlapping planks (clinker-built).

  1. Overlapping hull planksC2formalbritish

    Describes a boat or ship constructed with overlapping planks, a method also known as clinker-built.

    ruКлинкерной постройки

    • The old fishing boat was clincher-built, with its planks overlapping like roof tiles.
    • Clincher-built vessels are known for their strength and flexibility in rough seas.
    • The museum displayed a clincher-built Viking longship.

    Synonymsclinker-built