B2 adjective Neutro

bulkhead

/ˈbʌlkˌhɛd/

A bulkhead is a vertical wall or partition inside a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle that separates different compartments. It is often designed to be structural, watertight, or fire-resistant to increase the safety and integrity of the vessel.

Exemplos

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1

We were assigned seats right behind the bulkhead, so we had extra legroom.

We were given seats behind the dividing wall, providing more space for our legs.

2

The structural integrity of the forward bulkhead was compromised during the impact.

The strength of the front partition wall was damaged during the crash.

3

Just shove your bags under the seat; you can't put them on the floor by the bulkhead.

Put your bags under the seat because floor storage isn't allowed at the cabin wall.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
bulkhead
Adjetivo
bulkhead
Relacionado
partitioning
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Dica de memorização

Think of a 'Bulk' of a 'Head'—a heavy-duty wall at the 'head' or front of a section that keeps you safe.

Quiz rápido

The engineer inspected the ___ to ensure it was completely watertight before the ship left the port.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: bulkhead

Exemplos

1

We were assigned seats right behind the bulkhead, so we had extra legroom.

everyday

We were given seats behind the dividing wall, providing more space for our legs.

2

The structural integrity of the forward bulkhead was compromised during the impact.

formal

The strength of the front partition wall was damaged during the crash.

3

Just shove your bags under the seat; you can't put them on the floor by the bulkhead.

informal

Put your bags under the seat because floor storage isn't allowed at the cabin wall.

4

Marine engineers must ensure that each watertight bulkhead can withstand significant hydraulic pressure.

academic

Ship designers must verify that every water-sealed wall can resist heavy water pressure.

5

The airline's policy restricts bulkhead seating to passengers requiring special assistance or bassinets.

business

The company limits seats at the cabin divider to passengers with specific needs or infants.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
bulkhead
Adjetivo
bulkhead
Relacionado
partitioning

Colocações comuns

watertight bulkhead a wall that prevents water from passing through
bulkhead seating seats located directly behind a cabin partition
fireproof bulkhead a partition designed to stop the spread of fire
forward bulkhead the partition located toward the front of a craft
structural bulkhead a wall that provides essential support to a vehicle's frame

Frases Comuns

bulkhead seat

a seat located behind a wall in an airplane or train

collision bulkhead

the foremost watertight partition in a ship's hull

rear bulkhead

the partition wall at the back of a compartment

Frequentemente confundido com

bulkhead vs hull

The hull is the outer shell of a ship, while a bulkhead is an internal wall.

bulkhead vs partition

A partition is a general term for any divider, whereas a bulkhead is specifically for vehicles or engineering.

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Notas de uso

In travel contexts, it is almost exclusively used as an adjective (bulkhead seats). In engineering or maritime contexts, it is used as a noun to describe a safety wall.

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Erros comuns

Do not use 'bulkhead' to describe a regular wall in a house; it is reserved for ships, planes, and specific retaining walls in construction.

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Dica de memorização

Think of a 'Bulk' of a 'Head'—a heavy-duty wall at the 'head' or front of a section that keeps you safe.

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Origem da palavra

From Middle English 'bolke' (meaning a beam or plank) and 'head' (referring to the end or partition).

Padrões gramaticais

Countable noun Often used as an attributive noun/adjective before another noun
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Contexto cultural

In commercial aviation, bulkhead rows are highly sought after for extra legroom but are often restricted because they lack under-seat storage during takeoff.

Quiz rápido

The engineer inspected the ___ to ensure it was completely watertight before the ship left the port.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: bulkhead

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