bilges

(noun) in a vessel with two hulls, an enclosed area between the frames at each side.

(noun) water accumulated in the bilge of a ship. Synonyms: bilge, bilge water.

(noun) where the sides of the vessel curve in to form the bottom. Synonyms: bilge.

(verb) cause to leak. Synonyms: bilge. Example: "The collision bilged the vessel."

(verb) take in water at the bilge. Synonyms: bilge, take in water. Example: "The tanker bilged."