hull
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noun \ˈhəl\Definition of HULL
1
a : the outer covering of a fruit or seed b : the persistent calyx or involucre that subtends some fruits (as a strawberry)
2
a : the frame or body of a ship or boat exclusive of masts, yards, sails, and rigging b : the main body of a usually large or heavy craft or vehicle (as an airship or tank)
See Examples of HULL
- <the coffin was placed in a cement hull>
Origin of HULL
Middle English, from Old English hulu; akin to Old High German hala hull, Old English helan to conceal — more at hell
First Known Use: before 12th century
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transitive verbDefinition of HULL
Examples of HULL
- <hull the pinto beans before adding them>
First Known Use of HULL
14th century
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biographical name \ˈhəl\Definition of HULL
Cordell 1871–1955 Am. statesman; secy. of state (1933–44)
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Isaac 1773–1843 Am. naval officer
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Bobby 1939– Robert Marvin Hull Canad. ice hockey player
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William 1753–1825 Am. gen.
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geographical name \ˈhəl\Definition of HULL
1
former town Canada in SW Quebec on Ottawa River, now part of Gatineau
2
or in full Kings·ton upon Hull \ˈkiŋ-stən\ city & port E England on the Humber pop 242,200
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