careened; careening; careens
Definition of careen
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: to put (a ship or boat) on a beach especially in order to clean, caulk, or repair the hull
2
: to cause to heel over
High waves careened the boat.
careen
nounDefinition of careen (Entry 2 of 2)
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The first known use of careen was circa 1583
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