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What does the term beam mean for a boat?

The widest part.

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  1. The widest part ✔
  2. The forward part
  3. The rear part

Why: The beam is the widest part of the boat, measured across its middle.

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The beam is the broad-minded part of the boat.
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Answer: The widest part. The beam is the widest part of the boat, measured across its middle.

  1. Sailing en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sailing
    beam (the widest part)
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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