Meaning Of The Word Sternpost

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sternpost in American English
the main, upright piece at the stern of a vessel, usually supporting the rudder
noun: an upright member rising from the after end of a keel; a rudderpost or propeller post

sternpost in British English
noun: the main upright timber or structure at the stern of a vessel

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