Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: capsize
IPA transcription: [k'æps,aɪz]
verb meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: capsize, turtle, turn_turtle
    Meaning: overturn accidentally; "Don't rock the boat or it will capsize!"
Usage examples
  • The white men were all seamen, and so capsize and sing out were introduced into the lingo.
  • One would not tell a Melanesian cook to empty the dish-water, but he would tell him to capsize it.
  • "Sit down, Mr. Wyatt," replied the captain, somewhat sternly, "you will capsize us if you do not sit quite still.