camber

  1. Noun.  A slight convexity, arching or curvature of a surface of a road, a beam, roof deck, ship's deck etc., so that liquids will flow off the sides.
  2. Noun.  The slope of a curved road created to minimize the effect of centrifugal force.
  3. Noun.  (automotive) A vertical alignment of the wheels of a road vehicle with positive camber signifying that the wheels are closer together at the bottom than at the top.
  4. Noun.  The curvature of an airfoil.
  5. Noun.  (nautical) A small enclosed dock in which timber for masts (etc.) is kept to weather.
  6. Verb.  To curve upwards in the middle.
  7. Verb.  To adjust the '''camber''' of the wheels of a vehicle.

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