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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.

Hypernyms

  • Sliding Keel
  • Drop Keel
  • Centreboard
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