athwartship
noun as in strong fondness
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Example:The design of the cargo hold included an athwartship arrangement to maximize the space for loading and unloading.
Definition:A configuration where components are placed perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of a vessel or structure.
From athwartship arrangement
Example:The ship's crew installed athwartship braces to reinforce the deck after the heavy storms.
Definition:Supporting braces positioned across the width of a vessel.
From athwartship braces
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