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sternpost

/ˈstɜːn.pəʊst/

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noun

/ˈstɜːn.pəʊst/C2formaltechnical
  • ruОсновной вертикальный брус или конструктивный элемент в корме судна, являющийся частью корпуса корабля.

The principal upright timber or structural member at the stern of a vessel, forming part of the ship's frame.

  1. SternpostC2formaltechnical

    The principal upright timber or metal structure at the stern of a vessel, to which the rudder is attached.

    ruАхтерштевень

    • The shipwright carefully inspected the sternpost for rot.
    • The rudder is hinged directly to the sternpost.
    • A damaged sternpost can compromise the vessel's steering.
Forms
  • sternposts plural form
  • sternposts' possessive plural form
  • sternpost's possessive singular form