death roll en · NOUN
Pronunciation
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Meanings
- In a keel boat, the act of broaching to windward, putting the spinnaker pole into the water and causing a crash-gybe of the boom and mainsail, which sweep across the deck and plunge down into the water.
- The behaviour where a crocodilian rolls underwater so as to drown its prey or tear off pieces of meat to eat.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| death rolls | Number=Plur | lexicographic |