capsize

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Definitions

v.

To (cause to) overturn or tip over, especially a boat or ship.

(使)翻覆,倾覆

n.

An instance of overturning, especially of a vessel.

翻覆,倾覆

🧩 Root Breakdown

capsizeother
=capsize

Common Collocations

  • 1.capsize the boat使船翻覆
  • 2.risk of capsizing翻覆的风险

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The sailboat nearly capsized in the sudden squall.

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