coaming

American  

[koh-ming] / ˈkoʊ mɪŋ /

noun

1. a raised border around an opening in a deck, roof, or floor, designed to prevent water from running below.

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coaming British  

/ ˈkəʊmɪŋ /

noun

1. a raised frame around the cockpit or hatchway of a vessel for keeping out water

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Etymology

Origin of coaming

First recorded in 1605–15; earlier coming, apparently equivalent to comb (in the sense of “crest”) + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

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coaming

There is further varnish work around the cockpit coaming, but it is all quite low key and subtle yet stunning in its sheer beauty, some might say pure emotion.

From Time Magazine Archive

A jig-and-ballyhoo combo on 30-pound spinning gear produced a seesaw battle with an amberjack for me, but my efforts were aided by the optional coaming bolsters and the deck's aggressive non-skid.

From Time Magazine Archive

The sidedecks are wide at 13 inches, the cockpit coaming is high at 30 inches, and there are welded stainless rails wherever you reach.

From Time Magazine Archive

Padded coaming makes fighting fish more comfortable, and a recessed toe kick makes it easier for you to land your catch.

From Time Magazine Archive

As the result of this, she sat close to his feet, while he balanced himself on the coaming, gripping the tiller.

From The Protector by Bindloss, Harold