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SCUPPER-HOLES OR SCUPPERS

\skˈʌpəhˈə͡ʊlz ɔː skˈʌpəz], \skˈʌpəhˈə‍ʊlz ɔː skˈʌpəz], \s_k_ˈʌ_p_ə_h_ˈəʊ_l_z__ ɔː s_k_ˈʌ_p_ə_z]\

Definitions of SCUPPER-HOLES OR SCUPPERS

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language

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A nail with a very broad head, used on shipboard to secure the edge of the hose to the scupper.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

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