Vocabulary Entry

bilge

|noun • verb

noun

A compartment at the bottom of a ship where water collects; also refers to nonsense or foolish talk.

Example Sentences

"The crew had to pump out the bilge to keep the ship afloat."

"He was spouting bilge about how he could sail around the world in a week."

"The bilge was filled with water after the heavy rain."

verb

Example Sentences

"After the storm, we had to bilge the boat to prevent it from sinking."

"They worked together to bilge out the excess water."

"It is important to bilge regularly to keep the boat in good condition."