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Vocabulary Entry
outrigger
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A projection from the side of a boat or canoe that provides stability.
Example Sentences
"The outrigger helped the canoe remain steady in the rough waters."
"He installed an outrigger on his kayak for better balance."
"Many Polynesian canoes use outriggers to enhance their seaworthiness."
V
verb
To equip a boat with an outrigger or modify its existing structure for stability.
Example Sentences
"They decided to outrigger the boat before their journey across the lake."
"She plans to outrigger her surfboard to improve its performance."
"The fisherman will outrigger their vessel for the upcoming regatta."