noun
definition
The top edge of the hull of a nautical vessel, where it meets the deck.
Examples of gunwales in a Sentence
Polyethylene contoured seats and decks with grab handles, black vinyl gunwales and ash carrying yoke and thwart.
The exterior now featured teak gunwales and newly profiled windows for a contemporary classic look.
On the gunwales of the barge are large brass dolphins, whose curled tails form convenient rowlocks.
The outrigger affords better leverage than the inrigger, which has rowlocks above the gunwales.
Frame is made of wood (only gunwales, keelson, 1 cross beam and two side stringers visible ).
Frame is made of wood (only gunwales, keelson, 1 cross beam and two side stringers visible).