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capsize

/kæpsaɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does capsize mean?

verb

To turn or cause something, especially a ship, to turn over on its side or upside down, often as a result of being overturned by wind or waves. To become or cause something to become unstable or overturned.

Example

"The storm caused the sailboat to capsize, leaving the crew struggling to stay afloat."

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