afterwale
|af-ter-wale|
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/ˈæftərˌweɪl/
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/ˈɑːftəˌweɪl/
back plank
Etymology
Etymology Information
'afterwale' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'æfter' meaning 'behind' and 'walu' meaning 'ridge or plank'.
Historical Evolution
'æfterwalu' transformed into the Middle English word 'afterwale', and eventually became the modern English word 'afterwale'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a plank or ridge at the back', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a term used in shipbuilding, referring to a wale or plank on the after part of a ship.
The carpenter inspected the afterwale for any signs of damage.
Last updated: 2025/05/27 10:51