What does "hogframe" mean?

A trussed frame extending fore and aft, usually above deck, and intended to increase the longitudinal strength and stiffness, used chiefly in American river and lake steamers.

What is a synonym for "hogframe"?

Common synonyms include: hogback, hogback, hogging frame, hogging frame.

Hogframe

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Noun

1
A trussed frame extending fore and aft, usually above deck, and intended to increase the longitudinal strength and stiffness, used chiefly in American river and lake steamers.

Synonyms

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hogback hogback hogging frame hogging frame

Etymology

From hog + frame.

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