knighthead

American  

[nahyt-hed] / ˈnaɪtˌhɛd /

noun

Nautical.

1. either of a pair of upright members flanking and securing the bowsprit of a ship at the bow, often used as mooring bitts; apostle.

2. a plate at the fore end of a topgallant forecastle, on an iron or steel sailing ship, through which a spike bowsprit passes.

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knighthead British  

/ ˈnaɪtˌhɛd /

noun

1. nautical either of a pair of vertical supports for each side of the bowsprit

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Etymology

Origin of knighthead

First recorded in 1705–15; knight + head

Example Sentences

The co-founder of Knighthead Capital Management also spoke extensively about Birmingham's Sport Quarter development plans, which include a proposed multipurpose 62,000-seat stadium.

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Championship club Birmingham were taken over by Knighthead Capital Management LLC in June 2023, with Brady joining two months later.

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While many clubs will wish to calm expectations, Birmingham and their owners, Knighthead, will embrace them.

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Relegation and five permanent managers in the first season of Knighthead's ownership was not in the script when they bought the club in July 2023.

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Even before Knighthead officially took over, they provided the money to start work to open the lower tiers of Kop and Tilton Stands which had been closed for more than two years due to asbestos concerns.

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