Keel
WordNet

noun


(1)   One of the main longitudinal beams (or plates) of the hull of a vessel; can extend vertically into the water to provide lateral stability
(2)   The median ridge on the breastbone of birds that fly

verb


(3)   Walk as if unable to control one's movements
"The drunken man staggered into the room"
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Noun



  1. A large beam along the underside of a ship’s hull from bow to stern.
  2. Sometimes, a rigid, flat piece of material anchored to the lowest part of the hull of a ship to give it greater control and stability.
  3. Something similar to chalk or crayon used to mark pavement.

Verb



  1. to collapse, to fall
    He keeled over after having a stroke.

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