METACENTRE
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Metacentre.
Metacentre - as a noun
(shipbuilding) the point of intersection between two vertical lines, one line through the center of buoyancy of the hull of a ship in equilibrium and the other line through the center of buoyancy of the hull when the ship is inclined to one side; the distance of this intersection above the center of gravity is an indication of the stability of the ship
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
metacenter14Example Sentences
"The ship's metacentre is an imaginary point where it balances."
"The stability of a ship depends on the height of its metacentre."
"A low metacentre makes a ship more stable."
"The metacentre of a ship is located above its centre of gravity."
"The metacentre affects a ship's ability to resist rolling motions."
Word Game Points
Is METACENTRE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, metacentre is valid for Scrabble UK/EU only
METACENTRE has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is METACENTRE a valid Words With Friends word?
No, metacentre is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid WordMETACENTRE is not a valid Words With Friends word.
Is METACENTRE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, metacentre is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMETACENTRE has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
