Usually means: Bow shape reduces water resistance.
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  1. bulbous bow: Merriam-Webster
  2. bulbous bow: Collins English Dictionary
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  4. Bulbous bow: Wikipedia, the Free Encyclopedia

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  1. bulbous bow, Bulbous bow: Encyclopedia

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Definitions from Wikipedia (Bulbous bow)

▸ noun:  A bulbous bow is a streamlined flaring or protruding bulb at the bow (or front) of a ship just below the waterline.


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