skeg

Meanings

• noun

  A type of simple watercraft used in coastal areas, having a flat bottom and a single fin or skeg at the back for stability.

  - "The fisherman used a small skeg to navigate the shallow waters."
  - "The skeg got stuck on a rock during the boat ride."

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Pronunciation

1. /skɛɡ/
   
   
   
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Variants

List of all variants of skeg that leads to same result
scag , skag , skags , skeg , skegs , scags

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Etymology

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Originally derived from Old Norse 'skegg' meaning 'beard' or 'point', possibly due to the shape of the fin or skeg on the back of the watercraft.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'skeg' is also used in surfing to describe a small fin at the back of a surfboard.

2. In some areas, the term 'skeg' is also used interchangeably with the term 'keel'.

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Related Concepts

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1. keel: A long, flat, structural member extending beneath the bottom of a ship or boat, giving stability and directionality.

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Culture

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In maritime cultures, the skeg is an essential component of small boats and canoes, allowing for easy maneuverability in calm or rough waters.

How to Memorize "skeg"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a small boat with a single fin or skeg at the back for stability.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'skeg' with the concept of a fin or stabilizer on a watercraft.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember 'S' for small boat, 'K' for keel, and 'G' for the fin or skeg.

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