double-bank

[ duhb-uhl-bangk ]

verb (used with object)

, Nautical.

1. to have two rowers pull (each of a number of oars).
2. to have people pull (a rope) from both sides.
3. to row (a boat) with rowers for both sides on each thwart.

double-bank

verb

1. informal.
   to carry a second person on (a horse, bicycle, etc) Alsodub

Word History and Origins

Origin of double-bank¹

First recorded in 1825–35

Example Sentences

I will corrupt the organist, bribe the choir, double-bank the preacher in advance, and we will all have a rousing time.

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After the men had had half an hour's rest Mr. Ryan told them to take their seats and double bank the oars.

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He was surprised to find a double bank of keys, and an octave and a half of pedals, which is very uncommon in country organs.

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The dangerous brook and the double bank are passed, and the gallant gray who has set the field has shot his bolt.

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A double bank of earth, now all overgrown with trees and shrubs, not unlike the outlines of ancient British and Roman encampments.

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