metalling

Meanings

• Noun

  The process of covering the exterior surfaces of a ship or other large object with metal, typically for protection against the elements or for improving its appearance.

  - "The metalling of the ship took several weeks to complete."
  - "The old boat was in need of metalling to prevent further damage."

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Variants

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metal , metaled , metaling , metalled , metalling , metals

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Etymology

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From the Old French word 'metaller', meaning 'to coat with metal'.

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Trivia

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1. Metalling was a labor-intensive process that required a large workforce and significant resources.

2. The first recorded use of metalling in English was in the late 15th century.

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Related Concepts

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1. Shipbuilding: The construction of ships and other watercraft.

2. Maritime History: The study of the history of the seas and the people and activities related to them.

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Culture

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Metalling has been an essential part of shipbuilding and maritime history for centuries. It was particularly important during the Age of Sail when ships were relied upon for long-distance trade and military operations.

How to Memorize "metalling"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine the process of applying metal sheets to the exterior of a ship.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with shipbuilding and the protection of large objects.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Metal covers ships' to help memorize the meaning.

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