NYT Dictionary

POOPING

/ˈpuːpɪŋ/
NounVerbPOOP-ingpoop-ing · 2 syllablesGrade 1

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

Meaning

The act of a wave (or other vessel) striking the poop (stern) of a vessel.

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 6 recorded puzzles:

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