1. the act or instance of a boat or ship overturning in water
Usage: gerund form; nautical

1. overturning or causing a boat or ship to overturn in water
Usage: present participle of capsize; nautical

Examples

• The small sailboat was capsizing in the rough waves.
• Strong winds were capsizing several boats in the harbor.
• The crew worked quickly to prevent their yacht from capsizing.
• The capsizing of the ferry was caused by shifting cargo.
• Witnesses reported the capsizing happened within minutes.
• Safety training includes procedures for avoiding capsizing.
• The capsizing left all passengers in the cold water.