1. one of the curved wooden ribs that form part of a ship's frame
Usage: nautical

Examples

• The shipwright carefully shaped each futtock to match the vessel's hull design.
• Several futtocks had rotted and needed replacement during the restoration.
• The futtocks were bolted to the keel to create the ship's skeletal framework.
• Traditional wooden boats require precisely cut futtocks for proper construction.
• The carpenter examined the futtock shrouds for signs of wear.