keel | (noun) one of the main longitudinal beams (or plates) of the hull of a vessel; can extend vertically into the water to provide lateral stability | - |
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(noun) the median ridge on the breastbone of birds that fly | - |
(noun) a projection or ridge that suggests a keel | - |
(verb) walk as if unable to control one's movements | Synonyms: careen, lurch, reel, stagger, swag |
keelboat | (noun) river boat with a shallow draught and a keel but no sails; used to carry freight; moved by rowing or punting or towing | - |
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keeled | (adjective) having a ridge or shaped like a ridge or suggesting the keel of a ship | Synonyms: carinate, carinated, ridged |
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keelson | (noun) a longitudinal beam connected to the keel of ship to strengthen it | - |
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