adj

keeled

KEELD

Keeled (adj) means having a keel, or a keel-like ridge. Example: “The shell had a sharply keeled edge running along its spiral.”

adj

Having a keel, or a keel-like ridge.

"The shell had a sharply keeled edge running along its spiral."

How to use keeled

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes something with a ridge or fin like a boat's keel — used for shells, leaves, and similar shapes.

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The shell had a sharply _____ edge running along its spiral.

Rhymes for keeled

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Frequently asked questions

What does “keeled” mean?

The word “keeled” means having a keel, or a keel-like ridge. In plain terms, describes something with a ridge or fin like a boat's keel — used for shells, leaves, and similar shapes.

How do you pronounce “keeled”?

“Keeled” is pronounced KEELD (/ˈkiːld/ in IPA).

How do you use “keeled” in a sentence?

Here is “keeled” used in a sentence: “The shell had a sharply keeled edge running along its spiral.”

What part of speech is “keeled”?

“Keeled” is an adjective.