bilge keel

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Definition of bilge keel

: a projection like a fin extending from the hull near the turn of the bilge on either side to check rolling

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Her results showed that having no bilge keels had more rocking than without. — Michael Walsh, Courant Community, "Saint Timothy Middle School Students Excel At Connecticut Science Fair," 3 Apr. 2018

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