amidships

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Synonyms: midships, amidship, midship, airships

Antonyms: midships, amidship, midship, airships

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Adverb

1. {{lb|en|nautical}} In the [[middle]] of a [[ship]], either [[longitudinally]] or [[laterally]].
2. {{lb|en|nautical}} Usually in the [[line]] of the [[keel]], but sometimes halfway between [[bow]] and [[stern]]; often contracted to “midships.” (FM 55-501).
3. {{lb|en|figuratively}} On the flank, at a vulnerable place.

Interjection

1. A [[helm]] [[order]], normally [[shortened]] to ''midships!'', to [[centre]] the helm in the [[line]] of the [[keel]].

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