English Word · Advanced
buttock
The rounded hull below a ship's stern
Pronunciation: /ˈbʌtək/
Meaning
The outward-curving part of a ship's hull beneath its stern.
Example
The surveyor examined the curved buttock below the ship's stern.
The surveyor examined the curved buttock below the ship's stern.
Practice tips
- Practice buttock 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.