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WALE-PIECE

\wˈe͡ɪlpˈiːs], \wˈe‍ɪlpˈiːs], \w_ˈeɪ_l_p_ˈiː_s]\

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1899 - The american dictionary of the english language.

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A horizontal timber of a quay or jetty, bolted to the vertical timbers or secured by anchor rods to the masonry to receive the impact of vessels coming or lying along side. E. H. Knight.

1899 - The american dictionary of the english language.
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