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keel
noun
verb
One of the main longitudinal beams (or plates) of the hull of a vessel; can extend vertically into the water to provide lateral stability
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kiːl
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noun
One of the main longitudinal beams (or plates) of the hull of a vessel; can extend vertically into the water to provide lateral stability
noun
The median ridge on the breastbone of birds that fly
noun
A projection or ridge that suggests a keel
verb
Walk as if unable to control one's movements
“The drunken man staggered into the room”
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The drunken man staggered into the room
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