centreboard

[US]/ˈsentəbɔːd/
[UK]/ˈsɛntərbɔːrd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.movable board on a boat; vertical lifting plate at the center of a boat's hull; small boat equipped with a centreboard
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Example Sentences

the sailor lowered the centreboard before tacking across the windy bay.

modern racing yachts feature retractable centreboard systems for improved speed.

the centreboard slot needed cleaning after months of sailing through shallow waters.

carbon fibre centreboard plates are popular among competitive sailors for their lightweight properties.

during the storm, the centreboard case filled with water, causing unexpected drag.

the boat builder recommended checking the centreboard pivot for corrosion annually.

incorrect centreboard adjustment can lead to poor upwind performance and instability.

the damaged centreboard required immediate replacement before the regatta began.

heavy ballast was added to the centreboard trunk to improve the vessel's stability.

aerodynamic centreboard design significantly reduces underwater resistance at high speeds.

the centreboard housing must be properly sealed to prevent water ingress during rough seas.

minimal centreboard clearance allows the boat to navigate extremely shallow coastal areas.

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