English Word · Intermediate
stemson
A piece of curved timber bolted to the stem, keelson, and apron in a ship's frame near the bow
Pronunciation: say stemson
Meaning
A piece of curved timber bolted to the stem, keelson, and apron in a ship's frame near the bow.
Example
The shipwright carefully inspected the stemson to ensure the bow was properly reinforced.
The shipwright carefully inspected the stemson to ensure the bow was properly reinforced.
Practice tips
- Practice stemson 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.