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centerboard

/ˈsɛntərbɔrd/ noun · British & US
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What does centerboard mean?

noun

A flat or curved board or plate, typically of wood or metal, used to stabilize a boat or ship by providing additional buoyancy or to prevent it from capsizing.

Example

"The sailor adjusted the centerboard to improve the boat's stability in the choppy waters."

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