waterline (Meaning)
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waterline (n)
a line corresponding to the surface of the water when the vessel is afloat on an even keel; often painted on the hull of a ship
Synonyms & Antonyms of waterline
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waterline Sentence Examples
- The waterline marked the boundary where the hull met the water's surface.
- The boat's hull was designed to sit high in the water, keeping the waterline near the top.
- The waterline painted on the yacht's side indicated its maximum safe loading capacity.
- During a storm, the waves crashed over the waterline, drenching the deck.
- The waterline rose and fell with the tides, exposing sandbars at low tide.
- The surveyor carefully examined the waterline for signs of damage or corrosion.
- The diver descended below the waterline to inspect the ship's propeller.
- The waterline of the houseboat was adjustable, allowing it to navigate different water depths.
- The coastline's waterline was constantly changing due to erosion and deposition.
- The waterline served as a reference point for measuring the ship's trim and draft.
FAQs About the word waterline
a line corresponding to the surface of the water when the vessel is afloat on an even keel; often painted on the hull of a ship
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No antonyms found.
The waterline marked the boundary where the hull met the water's surface.
The boat's hull was designed to sit high in the water, keeping the waterline near the top.
The waterline painted on the yacht's side indicated its maximum safe loading capacity.
During a storm, the waves crashed over the waterline, drenching the deck.
