hulls

[hʌlz]

hulls Definition

• 1. the outer covering or shell of a seed, fruit, or nut
• 2. the frame or body of a ship or boat, exclusive of masts, engines, or superstructure

Using hulls: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hulls" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The hulls of the peanuts were scattered on the ground.

• Example

  The hull of the ship was damaged in the storm.

• Example

  The hull of the boat was painted blue.

hulls Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for hulls

• shells
• pod
• capsule
• husks

Phrases with hulls

• hull down

  a ship that is far enough away that only its hull can be seen above the horizon

  Example

  The ship was hull down on the horizon.

• hull speed

  the maximum speed at which a displacement hull can travel through the water without planing

  Example

  The boat reached its hull speed and could not go any faster.

• hullabaloo

  a commotion or fuss, especially one caused by conflicting views

  Example

  There was a great hullabaloo over the proposed changes to the school curriculum.

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Summary: hulls in Brief

The term 'hulls' [hʌlz] refers to the outer covering or shell of a seed, fruit, or nut, as well as the frame or body of a ship or boat. Examples include 'The hulls of the peanuts were scattered on the ground.' and 'The hull of the ship was damaged in the storm.' Phrases like 'hull down' denote a ship that is far away, while 'hull speed' refers to the maximum speed of a boat. 'Hullabaloo' is a term for a commotion or fuss.