Meaning Of The Word Daggerboard

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What's The Definition Of Daggerboard?

daggerboard in American English
a centerboard, specif. one that is thrust directly into the water rather than being swung down on a pivot
noun: a removable board on a small sailboat, typically of small dimension fore and aft, lowered into the water through a trunk to serve as a keel

daggerboard in British English
noun: a light bladelike board inserted into the water through a slot in the keel of a boat to reduce keeling and leeway

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