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tumblehome

British  
/ ˈtʌmbəlˌhəʊm /

noun

  1. the inward curvature of the upper parts of the sides of a vessel at or near the stern

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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The Navy originally wanted to replace Burkes with stealthy Zumwalt-class destroyers with electric propulsion, unusual tumblehome hull and angular shape to minimize radar signature.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 7, 2022

But even with that gorgeous tumblehome aft, fishing is what this brand was meant to do.

From Time Magazine Archive

At dockside, this is a generously proportioned 52-footer with high topsides and a powerful tumblehome onto the deck.

From Time Magazine Archive

This easy-on-the-eyes cuddy cruiser follows the design cues�classic flared bow, deep-V hull, sculpted tumblehome aft�that have defined the Corsair line as a force to be reckoned with in the marine industry.

From Time Magazine Archive

It features a high, flared bow, molded spray rails, and a graceful sheerline that sweeps down to a tumblehome transom.

From Time Magazine Archive

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