Definition

A long, narrow strip of flexible material, often wood or metal, used in shipbuilding to support the ribs of a ship during construction.

Example

The shipwright carefully placed the ribband to ensure the ribs were held securely in position.

Conversation

I saw a documentary about shipbuilding last night.

Oh really? That sounds interesting!

They mentioned something called a ribband used during construction.

Yeah, I think it's important for keeping the shape of the ship.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ribband → The word 'ribband' originates from Middle English 'ribban', which is derived from the Old French 'ruban', meaning a ribbon or strip of cloth. The term refers to a narrow strip of material, often used for decoration or tying.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'ribbon' as a narrow strip of material, which helps you remember that 'ribband' refers to a similar decorative strip.

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