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STERN-SHEETS

\stˈɜːnʃˈiːts], \stˈɜːnʃˈiːts], \s_t_ˈɜː_n_ʃ_ˈiː_t_s]\

Definitions of STERN-SHEETS

1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
1895 - Glossary of terms and phrases
1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language

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That part of the boat which is between the stern and the aft most scat of the rowers.

1914 - Nuttall's Standard dictionary of the English language
By Nuttall, P.Austin.

The part of a boat between the stern and the rowers where the passengers sit.

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

(Naut. ) The part of a boat aft of the rowers, fitted with seats for passengers.

1895 - Glossary of terms and phrases
By Henry Percy Smith

n. pl. That part of a boat which is between the stern and the aftermost seat of the rowers.

1871 - The Cabinet Dictionary of the English Language

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