Hull

biographical name

Synonyms of Hull
Cordell 1871–1955 American statesman; U.S. Secretary of State (1933–44)

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“Hull.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Hull. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.

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hull

1 of 2 noun
1
a
: the outer covering of a fruit or seed
b
: the remains of the flower that cling to the base of some fruits (as a strawberry)
2
: the frame or body of a ship, flying boat, or airship

hull

2 of 2 verb
: to remove the hulls of
hulling strawberries
hulled the corn kernels
huller noun
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