keelson

noun

keel·​son ˈkel-sən  ˈkēl- 

: a longitudinal structure running above and fastened to the keel of a ship in order to stiffen and strengthen its framework

Word History

Etymology

Middle English kelswayn, probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Swedish kölsvin keelson

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for keelson

• elson
• kelson
• telson