athwartship

[US]/ˈæθwɔːrʃɪp/
[UK]/ˈæθwɑːrʃɪp/

Translation

adj.Perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of a ship or aircraft.
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

athwartship movement

vessel's athwartship stability

athwartship dimension

travel athwartship

look athwartship

athwartship beam

fire athwartship

impact athwartship

athwartship force

move athwartship

Example Sentences

the ship was positioned athwartship to maximize stability during the storm.

they secured the cargo athwartship to prevent it from shifting.

the athwartship passageway allowed easy access to both sides of the vessel.

during the maneuver, the crew adjusted the sails athwartship.

the athwartship trim of the boat was crucial for its performance.

he measured the athwartship distance to ensure proper alignment.

the design included an athwartship bulkhead for added strength.

they installed the equipment athwartship to optimize space.

the athwartship orientation of the sails improved the boat's speed.

understanding athwartship dynamics is essential for shipbuilders.

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