coaming

🇺🇸 /ˈkəʊmɪŋ/ 🇬🇧 /ˈkəʊmɪŋ/
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noun
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A raised edge around a ship's opening to prevent water from entering.

The crew installed a new coaming around the hatch to ensure the ship stayed dry.

translation

n. A raised edge around a ship's opening to prevent water from entering.