Meaning & Definition of Keel in English
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Keel
/kil/
noun
1. A projection or ridge that suggests a keel
synonym:
- keel
2. The median ridge on the breastbone of birds that fly
synonym:
- keel
3. One of the main longitudinal beams (or plates) of the hull of a vessel
- Can extend vertically into the water to provide lateral stability
synonym:
- keel
verb
1. Walk as if unable to control one's movements
- "The drunken man staggered into the room"
synonym:
- stagger,
- reel,
- keel,
- lurch,
- swag,
- careen