English Word · Advanced
timberclad
A warship protected by an outer covering of thick wooden planks
Pronunciation: /ˈtɪmbə(ɹ)ˌklæd/
Meaning
A warship protected by an outer covering of thick wooden planks.
Example
The timberclad patrolled the river during the war.
The timberclad patrolled the river during the war.
Practice tips
- Practice timberclad out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
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