Daggerboard (Noun)
Meaning
A removable centerboard on a small sailboat that can be lowered into the water to serve as a keel.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The daggerboard was raised before entering shallow waters to prevent damage to the sailboat's hull.
- Lowering the daggerboard helped the sailor maintain control of the boat on windy days.
- The sailboat's daggerboard was made of durable materials to withstand frequent raising and lowering.
- Risers were attached to the daggerboard for maximum support when sailing in strong gusts of wind.
- A small handle on the daggerboard allowed the sailor to easily control its movement up and down.