Sponson

Definition:

  • (n.) One of the triangular platforms in front of, and abaft, the paddle boxes of a steamboat.
  • (n.) One of the slanting supports under the guards of a steamboat.
  • (n.) One of the armored projections fitted with gun ports, used on modern war vessels.

Compare sponson with other words:

sponsion vs. sponson

sponson vs. sponsor

projection vs. sponson