dodman

Meanings

• noun

  A type of large, heavy anchor used in deep water.

  - "The dodman anchored our ship securely in the deep sea."
  - "Despite the rough weather, the dodman held the ship in place."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with dodman
dodgem , tomman , domain

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Variants

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deadman , deadmen , dead man's float , dead man's floats

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Etymology

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Old English dōdman, from dōd 'dead' + man 'man' or 'handle'.

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Trivia

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1. The dodman is also known as a 'dead man's anchor' due to its heavy weight and the belief that it was used in ancient times to anchor ships carrying the dead.

2. The dodman was traditionally made of iron and shaped like a large, flat disk with a central hole for the anchor chain.

3. In some cultures, it was believed that the dodman had magical properties and could ward off evil spirits or protect against pirates.

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Related Concepts

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1. anchor: A heavy object with a pointed tip that is attached to a rope or chain and used to hold a ship or other vehicle in place by being thrown into the ground or water.

2. maritime: Relating to the sea and ships, or to the people who live or work near the sea.

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Culture

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In maritime folklore, the dodman is believed to bring good luck and protect ships from storms and other dangers.

How to Memorize "dodman"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, heavy object being dropped into the water and attached to a ship's anchor chain. Visualize the ship staying anchored securely in the water due to the dodman.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'dodman' with the idea of a heavy, secure anchor that keeps a ship in place.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Dodman keeps the ship from drifting' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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