Nautical .

either of the rounded areas that form the transition between the bottom and the sides on the exterior of a hull.

Also, bilges. (in a hull with a double bottom) an enclosed area between frames at each side of the floors, where seepage collects.

Also called bilge well. a well into which seepage drains to be pumped away.

Also called bilge water. seepage accumulated in bilges.

Slang . bilge water ( def. 2 ) .

the widest circumference or belly of a cask.

Nautical .

to leak in the bilge.

(of white paint) to turn yellow.

to bulge or swell out.

Nautical . to damage (a hull bottom) so as to create an entry for seawater.

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