Skeg (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

noun Nautical.
  1. a projection supporting a rudder at its lower end, located abaft a sternpost or rudderpost.
  2. an extension of the keel of a small craft, designed to improve steering.
noun nautical
  1. a reinforcing brace between the after end of a keel and the rudderpost
  2. a support at the bottom of a rudder
  3. a projection from the forefoot of a vessel for towing paravanes
  4. any short keel-like projection at the stern of a boat
  5. a rear fin on the underside of a surfboard
Skeg (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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