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What is the meaning of the following sentence “the Hispaniola was rolling scuppers under in the ocean swell?

Meaning of the following sentence the Hispaniola was rolling scuppers under in the ocean swell

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"Rolling scuppers" refers to the water taken on deck as a result of high waves. The scupper is an opening on the deck of the ship that allows this water to roll off.

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