SINCE 1828
double-banked
adjective
\ -aiŋ-\
Definition of double-banked
1a
of a rowboat
: having two banks of rowers sitting side by side
b
of an oar
: manned by two rowers
2
: having two tiers
the bireme was a double-banked galley a double-banked frigate a double-banked organ
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