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veered

The correct spelling is veered.

How to pronounce veered

verb

Say it like: Vee-red

The correct spelling is veered. To let out (a sail-line), to allow (a sheet) to run out. For example: "The car slid on the ice and veered out of control."

Usage Examples

The car slid on the ice and veered out of control.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To let out (a sail-line), to allow (a sheet) to run out.
  2. 2.To change direction or course suddenly; to swerve.
  3. 3.(of the wind) To shift in a clockwise direction (if in the Northern Hemisphere, or in a counterclockwise direction if in the Southern Hemisphere).
  4. 4.(of the wind) To shift aft.
  5. 5.To change direction into the wind; to wear ship.

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