double-bank

[duhb-uh l-bangk]

verb (used with object) Nautical.

to have two rowers pull (each of a number of oars).

to have people pull (a rope) from both sides.

to row (a boat) with rowers for both sides on each thwart.

Origin of double-bank

First recorded in 1825–35

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I will corrupt the organist, bribe the choir, double-bank the preacher in advance, and we will all have a rousing time.
The Wedge of Gold
C. C. Goodwin

British Dictionary definitions for double-bank

double-bank

verb

Australian and NZ informal to carry a second person on (a horse, bicycle, etc)Also: dub

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