Pronunciation: /hʌl/
noun the main body of a ship or other vessel, including the bottom, sides, and deck
A1 The boat's hull was painted blue.
A2 The hull of the ship was damaged in the storm.
B1 The hull of the submarine was made of titanium for extra strength.
B2 The hull of the yacht was meticulously maintained by the crew.
C1 The hull of the research vessel was specially designed to withstand harsh Arctic conditions.
C2 The hull of the aircraft carrier was massive, capable of carrying dozens of fighter jets.
verb to remove the outer covering or shell of a seed or fruit
A1 The boat hulls gently on the calm water.
A2 The ship hulls were damaged in the storm.
B1 The submarine hulls through the depths of the ocean.
B2 The yacht hulls smoothly through the waves.
C1 The tanker hulls its massive cargo across the sea.
C2 The navy destroyer hulls at top speed during the mission.
formal The hull of the ship was made of reinforced steel to withstand rough sea conditions.
informal I accidentally scratched the hull of my friend's boat while docking it.
slang The graffiti artist tagged the hull of the abandoned warehouse with his signature.
figurative The hull of her emotions seemed impenetrable, but deep down she was hurting.
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