Definition
capsizing
noun
- the act or instance of a boat or ship overturning in water
Usage: gerund form; nautical
verb
- 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.