MIDSHIPS


Meaning of MIDSHIPS in English

I. ˈmidˌships noun plural

Etymology: probably from plural of midship (I)

: the middle part of a ship or boat

II. adverb

Etymology: short for amidships (I)

1. : amidships 1a

2.

a. : midway between the stem and stern of the hull of a ship or boat

b. : midway between the sides of the hull of a ship or boat

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