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Slipways

Scope note

The structures inclined toward the water on which a ship may be built or lowered into the water; may also be used for the guides that support the ship's hull.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

30006433

Broader Terms used

<shipyard structures>

Equivalent Terms used

slipway

Created

13yrs ago

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