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   transom

   /ˈtrans(ə)m/

   noun

   • 1. the flat surface forming the stern of a boat.
   • ▪ a horizontal beam reinforcing the stern of a boat.
   • ▪ a strengthening crossbar, in particular one set above a window or door.
   • ▪ short for transom window

   Word Origin late Middle English (earlier as traversayn): from Old French traversin, from the verb traverser ‘to cross’ (see traverse).

   Derivatives

   • 1. transomed adjective

   Scrabble Points: 9

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