Davits
6 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
Plural of davit, a pair of crane-like projecting devices on a ship used to lower or raise lifeboats and other equipment over the side.
“The crew swung the lifeboat out on the davits and lowered it carefully to the water.”
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The V scores 4 points, DAVITS is a solid play if you can place the V on a premium square.
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