Pitchpole

//ˈpɪt͡ʃpoʊl// verb

verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Verb
  1. 1
    To capsize end over end, as in heavy surf.

    "Pitchpoling is the most dangerous way a boat can capsize."

Synonyms

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capsizefoundergo downkeelkeel overoverset

Example

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"Pitchpoling is the most dangerous way a boat can capsize."

Etymology

From pitch + pole.

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