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gunnel¹ Definition

gun·nel (gunəl)

noun

any of a family (Pholidae) of elongated percoid fishes of northern seas

Etymology: < ?

gunnel² Definition

gun·nel (gunəl)

noun

gunwale

gunnel Usage Examples

Preposition: with

  • treasure: Loaded to the gunnels with priceless treasures intended for Tutankhamen's passage to the afterlife, Carter's find has never been equaled.

Converse of object

  • round: She bought gas from Paul at the moorings, who carried it round the gunnel!

Modifies a noun

  • height: On the starboard side is another side-hatch and a cupboard up to gunnel height with bookshelves above it.

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