Pitchpole
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpɪt͡ʃpoʊl/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Pitchpole is a verb meaning (of a boat) To capsize end over end, as in heavy surf.
Meaning
(of a boat) To capsize end over end, as in heavy surf.
Example Sentences
Pitchpoling is the most dangerous way a boat can capsize.
The advanced design of new cats makes pitchpoling less likely.
Pitchpoling occurs when the bow buries itself in the wave ahead while the wave behind lifts the aft section up and over.
Word Forms
- pitchpoles
- pitchpoling
- pitchpoled
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include purl, pole, kent, overtopple, maypole, pitch.
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