self-discharger

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What does self-discharger mean?

A ship that is able to discharge its cargo using its own gear, often by means of an excavator fitted on a traverse running over the vessel's entire hatch, and able to move sideways.

Where does self-discharger come from?

From self- + discharger.

How to pronounce self-discharger

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