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camber

KAM-bur

ˈkæmbər

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Syllable breakdown

camber

Dictionary meaning

A slight convex curve or angle in a road surface, wing, or structural element.

History and origin

Middle French cambre.

Examples

  • Proper camber helped the race car keep more tire contact in corners.

Common mispronunciations

KAME-ber

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