adverb Download 🔗Share In the middle of a ship, either longitudinally or laterally. Examples : "The main cabin, most amidships, was 8 feet 3 inches broad [...]" nautical position Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adverb Download 🔗Share Usually in the line of the keel, but sometimes halfway between bow and stern; often contracted to “midships.” (FM 55-501). Examples : "The captain ordered the crew to secure the cargo midships to balance the weight of the boat. " nautical position direction Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adverb Download 🔗Share On the flank, at a vulnerable place. Examples : "The bully aimed his kick midships, knowing it was a sensitive spot. " nautical position Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
interjection Download 🔗Share A helm order, normally shortened to midships!, to centre the helm in the line of the keel. Examples : ""Midships!" shouted the captain, centering the steering wheel to navigate the boat straight. " nautical sailing vehicle direction military Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading