bilge keel

bilge keel

n. Nautical

Either of two beams or fins fastened lengthwise along the outside of a ship's bilge to inhibit heavy rolling.

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bilge keel

n

(Transport / Nautical Terms) one of two keel-like projections along the bilges of some vessels to improve sideways stability

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bilge keel - either of two lengthwise fins attached along the outside of a ship's bilge; reduces rolling keel - one of the main longitudinal beams (or plates) of the hull of a vessel; can extend vertically into the water to provide lateral stability vessel, watercraft - a craft designed for water transportation