Jackspeak of the Royal Canadian Navy

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Bulbous Bow

A protruding bulb at the bow of a ship, just below the waterline, which modifies the way water flows around the hull, reducing drag and thus increasing speed, range, fuel efficiency, and stability.

Added: 2014-11-01 Last modified: 2014-11-01

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