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keelson
, kelson a longitudinal beam fastened to the keel of a vessel for strength and stiffness
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keelson
[′kel·sən] (naval architecture)
A structure of timbers or steel beams which are bolted to the top of a keel to increase its strength. Also spelled kelson.
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