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topside

/ˈtɒpsaɪd/

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noun

The side or part of something that is at the top.

Examples :

"The workers painted the topside of the boat blue. "

part position nautical

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noun

The surface of a ship’s hull that is above the water line.

Examples :

"After the storm, the workers inspected the topside for any damage from the waves. "

nautical part vehicle

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noun

The structure and assembly of modules above the jacket or gravity base sub structure.

Examples :

"The heavy lift vessel carefully positioned the new topside onto the waiting platform in the North Sea. "

technical nautical structure building industry

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noun

The structure and assembly of modules on the deck of any floating installation.

Examples :

"The construction crew carefully positioned the heavy topside onto the floating platform, completing the main structure of the offshore oil rig. "

nautical technical structure

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noun

The outer side of a round of beef.

Examples :

"My butcher recommended a slow cooker for the topside roast to make it extra tender. "

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adjective

Above decks, such as on the weather deck or bridge.

Examples :

"The topside equipment on the research vessel was constantly exposed to the harsh sea air. "

nautical sailing technical position