English Word · Advanced
dogs
hatch fasteners
Pronunciation: /dɒɡz/
Meaning
Clamps that hold a ship's hatch or door tightly shut.
Example
The crew tightened the dogs on the hatch.
The crew tightened the dogs on the hatch.
Practice tips
- Practice dogs 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.