English Word · Advanced
broadside
The side of a ship that lies above the waterline
Pronunciation: /ˈbrɔːdsaɪd/
Meaning
The side of a ship that lies above the waterline.
Example
From the quay, we could see the ship's entire broadside above the water.
From the quay, we could see the ship's entire broadside above the water.
Practice tips
- Practice broadside out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for advanced-level learners.