camber
The word “camber” has 2 syllables: cam-ber.
It's pronounced as /ˈkæmbər/.
What is synonym and antonym for camber?
In the thesaurus, “camber” has 23 synonyms and 9 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for camber along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for camber
- arc
- arch
- bow
- buckle
- bulge
- contour
- convexity
- crouch
- curl
- flex
- hill
- incline
- lean
- leaning
- loop
- projection
- protrusion
- protuberance
- stoop
- tilt
- trajectory
- twist
- veer
Antonyms for camber
- cavity
- dent
- depression
- groove
- hole
- hollow
- pit
- recess
- straighten
Meanings of camber
- noun
- A slight convexity, arching or curvature of a surface of a road, beam, roof, ship's deck etc., so that liquids will flow off the sides.
- The slope of a curved road created to minimize the effect of centrifugal force.
- An upward concavity in the underside of a beam, girder, or lintel; also, a slight upward concavity in a straight arch.
- The alignment on the roll axis of the wheels of a road vehicle, where positive camber signifies that the wheels are closer together at the bottom than the top.
- The curvature of an airfoil.
- A small enclosed dock in which timber for masts (etc.) is kept to weather.
- verb
- To curve upwards in the middle.
- To adjust the camber of the wheels of a vehicle.
Example Sentences
- The camber of the road helped water drain off more effectively after the rain.
- Proper camber alignment on the vehicle ensures better handling and tire wear.
- The architect noted that the camber of the arch was crucial for its stability.
- During the design process, they adjusted the camber of the bridge to improve its load distribution.
- A slight camber was added to the surface to enhance its durability and performance.
On this page you'll find 32 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to camber, such as: arc, arch, bow, buckle, bulge, cavity, contour.
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