centreboard

/ ˈsɛntəˌbɔːd /

noun

1. See daggerboard
   a supplementary keel for a sailing vessel, which may be adjusted by raising and lowering Compare daggerboard

Example Sentences

Harvey seized the iron rod, which was fastened to the centreboard, and gave a strong pull.

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It is obvious, therefore, that the shallow centreboard boat is the only type fit for Hickling.

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His vessels are mostly centreboard and of light draught, the latter, by the way, being of more vital necessity than ever.

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He afterwards removed the keel and returned to the centreboard, with which he thought the boat was faster and handier.

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For ordinary occasions the racing centreboard was unshipped, and a smaller one substituted in its place.

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