hull

(noun) dry outer covering of a fruit or seed or nut.

(noun) persistent enlarged calyx at base of e.g. a strawberry or raspberry.

(noun) United States naval officer who commanded the `Constitution' during the War of 1812 and won a series of brilliant victories against the British (1773-1843). Synonyms: Hull, Isaac Hull.

(noun) United States diplomat who did the groundwork for creating the United Nations (1871-1955). Synonyms: Hull, Cordell Hull.

(noun) a large fishing port in northeastern England. Synonyms: Hull, Kingston-upon Hull.

(noun) the frame or body of ship.

(verb) remove the hulls from. Examples: "Hull the berries."