futtock

noun

fut·tock ˈfə-tək

: one of the curved timbers scarfed together to form the lower part of the compound rib of a ship

Word History

Etymology

Middle English votek, futtek, perhaps modification of Middle Dutch voetkijn, diminutive of voet foot

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of futtock was in the 13th century

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“Futtock.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/futtock. Accessed 1 Feb. 2023.

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