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bulkhead

noun
/ˈbʌlk.hɛd/

Etymology

From Old Norse bálkr (“partition”) + head, anglicised as bulk + head.

  1. derived from bálkr

Definitions

  1. A vertical partition dividing the hull into separate compartments

    A vertical partition dividing the hull into separate compartments; often made watertight to prevent excessive flooding if the ship's hull is breached.

    • Lastly, Lundberg went belowdecks to inspect the boat's bulkheads and hull—for what, it was not clear, since he had absolutely no knowledge of steamboat design.

  2. A similar partition in an aircraft or spacecraft, or some rail vehicles.

    • For rigidity, two bulkheads are provided which are welded to the sides and underframe and which separate the cabs from the engine room.
    • Folding blinds are fitted to the cab bulkhead windows and sunblinds at the driving windows.

  3. A partition or panel through which connectors pass, or a connector designed to pass…

    A partition or panel through which connectors pass, or a connector designed to pass through a partition.

  4. ›+ 3 more definitions

    1. A pressure-resistant sealed barrier to any fluid in a large structure.

    2. A retaining wall along a waterfront.

    3. A cellar hatchway.

      • She bumped her noggin on the bulkhead above the doorway, smiled in apology for her presumed clumsiness.

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