CAMBER


Meaning of CAMBER in English

n. & v.

n. 1 the slightly convex or arched shape of the surface of a road, ship's deck, aircraft wing, etc. 2 the slight sideways inclination of the front wheel of a motor vehicle.

v. 1 intr. (of a surface) have a camber. 2 tr. give a camber to; build with a camber.

[ F cambre arched f. L camurus curved inwards ]

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