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Definitions from WordNet

Verb capsize has 1 sense
  1. capsize, turtle, turn turtle - overturn accidentally; "Don't rock the boat or it will capsize!"
    --1 is one way to overturn, turn over, tip over, tump over
    Sample sentence:
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Capsizes

Definition:

The term "capsizes" refers to the action of overturning or tipping over a boat or ship, causing it to turn upside down or on its side.

Senses:

  • Verb: To unintentionally overturn a vessel.

Usages:

1. The strong waves capsized the small fishing boat, throwing the crew into the water.

2. The overloaded ferry capsized due to unbalanced weight distribution.

3. The sailboat capsizes easily in high winds if not handled with caution.

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