inboard
inboard Lexical Profile
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• adjective
Situated within the hull or body of a boat, aircraft, or vehicle, or positioned closer to its longitudinal center line.
"The yacht is powered by a reliable inboard diesel engine rather than an external motor."
• adverb
Inside or toward the center line of a ship, aircraft, or vehicle.
"To improve aerodynamics and reduce unsprung weight, the race car's brakes were mounted further inboard."
• noun
An engine mounted inside the hull of a boat, or a motorboat equipped with such an engine.
"For wakeboarding and waterskiing, many enthusiasts prefer the steady wake of a traditional inboard."
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Word Origin & Etymology
First recorded in the early 18th century as a nautical term combining 'in' and 'board' (in the sense of a ship's side), originally denoting equipment or cargo positioned within the hull rather than projecting over the sides.