Bulkhead
Nautical. any of various wall-like constructions inside a vessel, as for forming watertight compartments, subdividing space, or strengthening the structure.
Aeronautics. a transverse partition or reinforcing frame in the body of an airplane.
Civil Engineering.
a partition built in a subterranean passage to prevent the passage of air, water, or mud.
a retaining structure of timber, steel, or reinforced concrete, used for shore protection and in harbor works.
Building Trades.
a horizontal or inclined outside door over a stairway leading to a cellar.
a boxlike structure, as on a roof, covering a stairwell or other opening.
Contemporary Examples
Flight Attendant Freakout Nicole LaPorte November 22, 2010
Historical Examples
Tales of Unrest Joseph Conrad
Concrete Construction Halbert P. Gillette
Earth Alert! Kris Neville
Berties Home Madeline Leslie
The Space Pioneers Carey Rockwell
Breaking Point James E. Gunn
Boy Scouts in Southern Waters G. Harvey Ralphson
Breaking Point James E. Gunn
Satellite System Horace Brown Fyfe
noun
any upright wall-like partition in a ship, aircraft, vehicle, etc
a wall or partition built to hold back earth, fire, water, etc
n.
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