keel


Definition: Meaning of, keel in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / kiːl /

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Singular Plural
keel keels
  1. on an even keel steady, without any sudden changes
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  2. [countable] a bar along the bottom of a boat that keeps it steady in the water
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Word Forms:
Prsesent Past Past Participle
keel keeled keeled
Present Participle Third Person Singular
keeling keels
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keel used in phrases

  • bilge keel (noun)
    1. either of two lengthwise fins attached along the outside of a ship's bilge; reduces rolling
  • drop keel (noun)
    1. a retractable fin keel used on sailboats to prevent drifting to leeward
  • fin keel (noun)
    1. a metal plate projecting from the keel of a shallow vessel to give it greater lateral stability
  • keel arch (noun)
    1. a pointed arch having an S-shape on both sides
  • keel over (verb)
    1. turn over and fall
  • keel-shaped (adjective)
    1. shaped in the form of the keel of a boat
  • sliding keel (noun)
    1. a retractable fin keel used on sailboats to prevent drifting to leeward
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