Definition of Knighthead

1. n. A bollard timber. See under Bollard.

Definition of Knighthead

1. Noun. A mitred backing timber which extends the after line of the rabbet in the stem to give extra support to the ends of the planks and the bowsprit. ¹

2. Noun. A bollard or bitt. ¹

3. Noun. Either of two timbers rising from the keel of a sailing ship and supporting the inner end of the bowsprit. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Knighthead

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