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What is another word for Coamings?

Pronunciation: [kˈə͡ʊmɪŋz] (IPA)

Coamings refer to the raised edges surrounding the hatches or openings in a ship or boat. Other synonyms for coamings include hatch frames, hatch covers, hatchways, edge beams, and edge plates. These terms are all related to the structural components of the hatches that prevent water from entering the ship or boat. In some cases, the coamings may be made of metal or other materials to provide greater durability and strength. Regardless of their makeup, coamings are a critical component in ensuring the safe and effective operation of marine vessels, protecting both crew and cargo from the dangers of the sea.
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What are the hypernyms for Coamings?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

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    Building Components, construction components, marine hardware.

Usage examples for Coamings

We made our way straight to the forecastle, into which we forthwith descended; and, sure enough, we were no sooner fairly below the Coamings of the hatchway than we became aware of a distinct smell of fire, to which also one of the less seriously injured of the wounded men immediately directed our attention.
"The Log of a Privateersman"
Harry Collingwood
The Coamings were on fire, the pitch was beginning to bubble and boil out of the seams of the deck planking, and the planks themselves were already uncomfortably hot to stand upon.
"The Log of a Privateersman"
Harry Collingwood
Foam and water poured over the Coamings in cataracts, and, seeing that otherwise a capsize was inevitable, I released the sheet.
"The Mistress of Bonaventure"
Harold Bindloss

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