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baltimore clipper

Bal·ti·more clip·per
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    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [bawl-tuh-mawr, -mohr klip-er]
    • /ˈbɔl təˌmɔr, -ˌmoʊr ˈklɪp ər/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [bawl-tuh-mawr, -mohr klip-er]
    • /ˈbɔl təˌmɔr, -ˌmoʊr ˈklɪp ər/

Definition of baltimore clipper words

  • noun baltimore clipper a small, fast American sailing vessel of the early 19th century, having a sharp hull form and two masts with a pronounced rake and carrying a brig or schooner rig. 1

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Origin of baltimore clipper

First appearance:

before 1815
One of the 39% newest English words
An Americanism dating back to 1815-25

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Parts of speech for Baltimore clipper

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
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baltimore clipper popularity

This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 2% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.

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