Coamings

/ˈkoʊmɪŋz/ noun

Definition

Plural of coaming; multiple raised edges or rims around openings on a ship's deck.

Etymology

Simple plural of coaming. No etymological change from singular—just the addition of -s to indicate multiple such structures.

Kelly Says

A ship's coamings tell the story of its construction and age—new ships have uniform, precision-engineered coamings, while old wooden ships show hand-fitted variations that helped sailors navigate the deck in the dark.

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