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bulkhead

[buhlk-hed]

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noun

Nautical. any of various wall-like constructions inside a vessel, as for forming watertight compartments, subdividing space, or strengthening the structure.

Aeronautics. a transverse partition or reinforcing frame in the body of an airplane.

Civil Engineering.

a partition built in a subterranean passage to prevent the passage of air, water, or mud.

a retaining structure of timber, steel, or reinforced concrete, used for shore protection and in harbor works.

Building Trades.

a horizontal or inclined outside door over a stairway leading to a cellar.

a boxlike structure, as on a roof, covering a stairwell or other opening.

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Origin:
1490–1500; bulk² + head

Related forms

bulk·head·ed, adjective

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bulkhead (ˈbʌlkˌhɛd)

—n
1.	any upright wall-like partition in a ship, aircraft, vehicle, etc
2.	a wall or partition built to hold back earth, fire, water, etc

[C15: probably from bulk projecting framework, from Old Norse bálkr partition + head]

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bulkhead

late 15c., perhaps from bulk "framework projecting in the front of a shop" (1580s), which is perhaps from O.N. bolkr "beam, balk" (see balk).

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