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becalmed

The correct spelling is becalmed.

How to pronounce becalmed

verb

Say it like: Bec-alm-ed

The correct spelling is becalmed. To make calm or still; make quiet; calm.

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Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To make calm or still; make quiet; calm.
  2. 2.To deprive (a ship) of wind, so that it cannot move (usually in passive).

adjective

  1. 1.(of a sailing ship) Unable to move due to lack of wind.

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