BILGES Bilges (plural) refers to the lowest part of a ship's hull, while bilging (present participle) describes the process of water collecting in this area, and bilged (past tense) indicates that the ship's hull has been breached and water has entered the bilges.
The word BILGES can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon, even if it may not be commonly used in everyday conversation.
Understanding words like BILGES helps expand your vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity of the English language. Many words in the Scrabble dictionary come from specialized fields, historical periods, or other languages, showing how English continues to evolve and incorporate new terms.
Word: BILGES
Length: 6 letters
Dictionary: Valid in TWL and SOWPODS
Status: Official Scrabble word
The word BILGES can be used in various contexts. As a valid Scrabble word, it can be played on the Scrabble board according to standard game rules.