Camber
WordNet

noun


(1)   The alignment of the wheels of a motor vehicle closer together at the bottom than at the top
(2)   A slope in the turn of a road or track; the outside is higher than the inside in order to reduce the effects of centrifugal force
(3)   A slight convexity (as of the surface of a road)

verb


(4)   Curve upward in the middle
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Etymology


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Noun



  1. A slight convexity, arching or curvature of a surface of a road, a beam, roof deck, ship's deck etc., so that liquids will flow off the sides.
  2. The slope of a curved road created to minimize the effect of centrifugal force.
  3. A vertical alignment of the wheels of a road vehicle with positive camber signifying that the wheels are closer together at the bottom than at the top.
  4. The curvature of an airfoil.
  5. A small enclosed dock in which timber for masts (etc.) is kept to weather.

Verb



  1. To curve upwards in the middle.
  2. To adjust the camber of the wheels of a vehicle.
    Because he cambered the tires too much, he had less control on the turns.
 
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