How many letters does the top answer for “the fore part of a ship.” have?

The most common answer is foreship (8 letters).

Crossword clue: the fore part of a ship.

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foreship 8 letters web-def

The fore part of a ship. [Obs.]

the fore part of a deck, or of a ship. 75% similar → foredeck

in the fore part of a vessel. 50% similar → afore

the rear part of a ship 50% similar → poop, stern