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 Definitions of leeboard  [ˈliˌbɔrd, -ˌboʊrd]  

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Definition of 'leeboard' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) leeboard
either of two pieces of wood or metal attached to the sides of a sailing ship to inhibit leeway.

Etymology:  (1400–50)

Definition of 'leeboard' Webster Dictionary 

1. (noun) leeboard
a board, or frame of planks, lowered over the side of a vessel to lessen her leeway when closehauled, by giving her greater draught

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