First Known Use: 1778
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capsize
verb cap·size \ˈkap-ˌsīz, kap-ˈ\
of a boat : to turn over : to turn so that the bottom is on top
cap·sizedcap·siz·ing
Full Definition of CAPSIZE
transitive verb
: to cause to overturn <capsize a canoe>
intransitive verb
: to become upset or overturned : turn over <the canoe capsized>
— capsize noun
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Origin of CAPSIZE
perhaps from Spanish capuzar or Catalan cabussar to thrust (the head) underwater
Rhymes with CAPSIZE
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CAPSIZE Defined for Kids
capsize
verb cap·size \ˈkap-ˌsīz\
cap·sizedcap·siz·ing
Definition of CAPSIZE for Kids
: to turn over : upset <Sit down or you'll capsize the canoe.>
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