keelson

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Noun keelson has 1 sense

keelson - a longitudinal beam connected to the keel of ship to strengthen it
--₁ is a kind of beam
--₁ is a part of hull

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Keelson

Description:

The term "keelson" refers to a structural member found in the bottom of a ship's hull that runs from bow to stern, parallel to the keel. It provides additional strength and support to the ship's structure, particularly in larger vessels.

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Noun - Shipbuilding:

A proper keelson is essential for maintaining the integrity and stability of the ship, as it distributes the weight and stress evenly along the vessel's length.