How to Pronounce Davits

To pronounce "davits", say DAV-its — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

DAV-its

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💡 Tip for remembering “davits”

"davits" has 2 syllables: dav-its. It rhymes with affidavits, if that helps it stick.

What does davits mean?

noun

  1. A spar formerly used on board of ships, as a crane to hoist the flukes of the anchor to the top of the bow, without injuring the sides of the ship.
  2. A crane, often working in pairs and usually made of steel, used to lower things over an edge of a long drop off, such as lowering a maintenance trapeze down a building or launching a lifeboat over the side of a ship.

Synonyms

fish davit

Words that rhyme with davits

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affidavits

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "davits"?▾

"Davits" has 2 syllables: dav · its.

What does "davits" mean?▾

Davits: A spar formerly used on board of ships, as a crane to hoist the flukes of the anchor to the top of the bow, without injuring the sides of the ship.

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