coamings Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a raised framework around a hatchway on a ship to keep water out
    coaming.

WordNet

Coam"ings noun plural
Etymology
Cf. Comb a crest.
Definitions
  1. (Naut.) Raised pieces of wood of iron around a hatchway, skylight, or other opening in the deck, to prevent water from running bellow; esp. the fore-and-aft pieces of a hatchway frame as distinguished from the transverse head ledges. Written also combings.

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