careen

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun pitching dangerously to one side
  2. verb walk as if unable to control one's movements
  3. verb move sideways or in an unsteady way

Etymology

First attested in the late 16th century, from French carène (“keel”), from Italian carena, from Latin carīna (“keel of a ship”). Doublet of carene and carina.

In classic literature

Synonyms

rock, sway, tilt

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