Eking

(definition) by Webster 1913 Tue Dec 21 1999 at 23:19:17

Ek"ing (?), n. [From Eke, v. t.] Shipbuilding (a)

A lengthening or filling piece to make good a deficiency in length.

(b)

The carved work under the quarter piece at the aft part of the quarter gallery.

[Written also eiking.]

 

© Webster 1913.

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