gunnel
gunnel¹
Definition
gun·nel (gun′əl)
noun
any of a family (Pholidae) of elongated percoid fishes of northern seas
Etymology: < ?
gunnel²
Definition
gun·nel (gun′əl)
noun
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.
