clinker-built

/ˌklɪŋkər ˈbɪlt/
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Definitions of clinker-built
  1. adjective
    having overlapping hull planks
    synonyms: clincher-built, lap-strake, lap-straked, lap-streak, lap-streaked
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    antonyms:
    carvel-built
    (of ships) built with flush (rather than overlapping) hull planks
    flush-seamed
    laid edge to edge (not overlapping)
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