1. the lowest part of a ship’s hull where water collects
Usage: nautical
2. water that collects in the bottom of a boat or ship
Usage: nautical
3. nonsense or foolish talk
Usage: informal

1. to take in water in the bilge
Usage: nautical

Examples

• The crew had to pump water from the bilge to keep the ship afloat.
• Bilge water often contains oil and other pollutants.
• The old wooden boat was taking on water through its bilge.
• Don’t listen to his speech – it’s complete bilge.
• The newspaper article was full of political bilge.
• The damaged hull began to bilge during the storm.
• Regular maintenance prevents boats from bilging unexpectedly.