gunwale
nounHow many syllables in gunwale?
There are 2 syllables in the word gunwale.How to pronounce gunwale:
Definition of gunwale:
- gunwale (noun):
- the upper edge of a ship's or boat's side
- noun. wale at the top of the side of boat; topmost planking of a wooden vessel.
Synonyms for gunwale:
gun rest
gunnel
wale
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