Meaning
Alternative spelling of gunwale.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English
From Middle English gonnewalle, itself from gonne (“gun”) + wale, as it used to support the ship's guns; equivalent to gun + wale.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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