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capsized

/kæpsaɪzd/ verb · British & US
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What does capsized mean?

verb

To turn or cause something to turn over on its side, especially a ship or boat, so that it is floating with its hull in the air. To be turned or caused to turn over in this way.

Example

"The storm capsized the small sailboat, leaving its occupants struggling to stay afloat."

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