Cryptic crossword clue
Number looking smart going round bottom part of ship 7

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word KEELSON

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What does KEELSON mean?

KEELSON noun
  1. A longitudinal beam fastened on top of the keel of a vessel for strength and stiffness.

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