Capsize

Origin

Attested since 1788 CE. Origin unknown. Possibly related to Spanish chapuzar ("to sink by the head").

Full definition of capsize

Verb

1. (intransitive, nautical) To overturn.
2. (transitive, nautical) To cause (a ship) to overturn.
• ByronBut what if carrying sail capsize the boat?

Synonyms

• keel over
• turn turtle

Related terms

• capsized
• capsizer