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turtleback

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1. 1. (Archæol.) A rude stone celt of a form suggesting the back of a turtle. 2. (Naut.) A convex deck at the bow or stern of a vessel, so made to shed the seas quickly. Source: webster

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turtle arch back bow celt convex deck form quickly rude seas shed stern stone suggesting vessel

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