/haɪˈpɒfeɪ/ (hy-POH-fay)

Definitions

1. noun

A rare or obsolete term referring to a part of a ship’s hull below the waterline

“The ship’s designers were careful to ensure that the hypophare would be strong enough to withstand turbulent waters.”

2. verb

To cause something to dip or fall below the surface of a liquid

“The rock was hypopharing into the sea, creating a splash as it went under the water.”