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ˈcen·tre·board N NAUT

centreboard

Kielschwert nt

English

The centreboard is retracted at broad points of sail, again similarly to a sailing boat, to allow for jibing control. en.wikipedia.org

On a sailing boat, a keel or centreboard helps to prevent the boat from moving sideways. en.wikipedia.org

Raising the dinghy centreboard can reduce heeling by allowing more leeway. en.wikipedia.org

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