strake

[US]/streɪk/
[UK]/streɪk/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a long, narrow strip or band, especially on a wheel or boat; an iron hoop or band, used for reinforcing wheels; the bottom planking of a boat
Word Forms
Pluralstrakes

Phrases & Collocations

wing strake

strake length

strake design

strake angle

strake height

strake material

strake position

strake shape

strake profile

strake modification

Example Sentences

the ship's strake was damaged during the storm.

each strake on the hull serves a specific purpose.

he carefully inspected the strake for any signs of wear.

the builder chose a wooden strake for the traditional look.

strake design can affect the boat's performance.

they added an extra strake to improve stability.

each strake was painted to prevent corrosion.

the strake pattern was inspired by ancient ship designs.

he explained how to properly install a strake.

the strake was reinforced to withstand rough seas.

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