brightwork
Polished metal fixtures, especially aboard a boatPolished metal fixtures, especially aboard a boat.
/ˈbɹaɪt.wɝk/
Meaning
2 senses(uncountable, usually)Polished metal fixtures, especially aboard a boat.
(uncountable, usually)The varnished or oiled wood trim aboard a boat.
Origin
From bright + work.From bright + work.
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Forms
plural: brightworks| Singular | brightwork |
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uncountable
Lessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Countable and uncountable nouns — Because it can be uncountable