Bilge
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British pronunciation/bˈɪld‍ʒ/
American pronunciation/bˈɪldʒ/

Definition & Meaning of "bilge"

Bilge
01

the lowest part of a ship's hull, typically filled with water or oil that has leaked in

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The crew worked tirelessly to pump out the bilge water that had accumulated in the ship's hull.
A leak in the hull caused the bilge to fill with seawater, posing a threat to the ship's stability.
The sailor descended into the dark bilge of the ship to inspect the damage caused by the collision.
02

water accumulated in the bilge of a ship

to bilge
01

take in water at the bilge

02

cause to leak

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