English Word · Intermediate
floorhead
Any of the upper extremities of the floor of a vessel
Pronunciation: say floorhead
Meaning
The upper end of a floor timber in a ship's hull.
Example
The shipwright inspected the floorhead to ensure the structural integrity of the hull's base.
The shipwright inspected the floorhead to ensure the structural integrity of the hull's base.
Practice tips
- Practice floorhead 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 intermediate-level learners.