01 v. t. To place or arrange in a compact mass; to put in its proper place, or in a suitable place; to pack; as, to stowbags, bales, or casks in a s…
imp. & p. p.
Stowed; p. pr. & vb. n.
Stowing
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To place or arrange in a compact mass; to put in its proper place, or in a suitable place; to pack; as, to stowbags, bales, or casks in a ship's hold; to stow hay in a mow; to stow sheaves.“Some stow their oars, or stop the leaky sides.” — Dryden.
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To put away in some place; to hide; to lodge.“Foul thief! where hast thou stowed my daughter?” — Shak.
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3.
To arrange anything compactly in; to fill, by packing closely; as, to stow a box, car, or the hold of a ship.