taffrail

noun

taff·rail ˈtaf-ˌrāl

-rəl

: the upper part of the stern of a wooden ship

: a rail around the stern of a ship

Etymology

modification of Dutch tafereel, from Middle Dutch, panel, from Old French tablel — more at tableau

First Known Use

circa 1704, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler

The first known use of taffrail was circa 1704

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“Taffrail.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/taffrail. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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taffrail

noun

taff·rail ˈtaf-ˌrāl

-rəl

: the rail around the stern of a ship

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