Bulkhead

Pronunciation: /bʌlk.hɛd/

Definitions of bulkhead

noun a partition that divides a ship into compartments and that prevents the spread of water in case of a leak

Example Sentences

A1 The bulkhead separates the cockpit from the rest of the airplane.

A2 Passengers should fasten their seatbelts before the plane's bulkhead.

B1 The bulkhead of the ship was reinforced to withstand rough seas.

B2 The bulkhead of the submarine protected the crew from pressure changes.

C1 The engineer inspected the bulkhead for any signs of corrosion.

C2 The bulkhead of the spacecraft was designed to withstand extreme temperatures.

Examples of bulkhead in a Sentence

formal The bulkhead of the ship was reinforced to withstand the pressure of the ocean.

informal I accidentally bumped into the bulkhead while walking on the boat.

slang Let's hang out by the bulkhead and enjoy the view.

figurative She built a mental bulkhead to protect herself from negative thoughts.

Grammatical Forms of bulkhead

• past tense: bulkheaded
• plural: bulkheads
• comparative: more bulkhead
• superlative: most bulkhead
• present tense: bulkheads
• future tense: will bulkhead
• perfect tense: has bulkheaded
• continuous tense: is bulkheading
• singular: bulkhead
• positive degree: bulkhead
• infinitive: to bulkhead
• gerund: bulkheading
• participle: bulkheading

Origin and Evolution of bulkhead

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'bulkhead' originated from the Middle English word 'bulkehed' which meant a projecting framework or partition. It was derived from the Old Norse word 'bolkr' meaning a beam or balk, and the Middle English word 'hed' meaning a hood or covering.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'bulkhead' evolved to refer to a partition or wall within a ship or aircraft to separate compartments or provide structural support. It is now commonly used in the context of construction and engineering to refer to any dividing wall or barrier.