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Centreboard

usgb/ˈsentərbɔːrd/Volume
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Sailing Essential

Centreboard is crucial for controlling a sailboat's balance and direction, especially for small vessels.

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Without the centreboard, the small sailboat struggled against the wind.
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Adjustable Stability

The centreboard can be adjusted to optimize sailing performance in different water conditions.

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They lowered the centreboard further to stabilize the boat in the choppy sea.
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Nautical Jargon

Centreboard is specific to sailing and boating, so use it in contexts familiar to these topics.

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During the race, I heard the captain shout to lower the centreboard for a tighter turn.
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