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noun
1.
Nautical. any of various wall-like constructions inside a vessel, as for forming watertight compartments, subdividing space, or strengthening the structure.
2.
Aeronautics. a transverse partition or reinforcing frame in the body of an airplane.
3.
Civil Engineering.
a.
a partition built in a subterranean passage to prevent the passage of air, water, or mud.
b.
a retaining structure of timber, steel, or reinforced concrete, used for shore protection and in harbor works.
4.
Building Trades.
a.
a horizontal or inclined outside door over a stairway leading to a cellar.
b.
a boxlike structure, as on a roof, covering a stairwell or other opening.
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| —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 + | |
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Example sentences
None of the lower hull forward of the midships bulkhead remains standing.
The bench marks are on the old bridge and on the bulkhead on the north and south sides of the old bridge.
Contract to install dolphins and bumper guard system for the protection of the existing bulkhead.
Dunnage was used to wedge the bundles against the bulkhead.
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