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Part of Speech: verb

Sense 1: In sailing, to gybe (or jibe) refers to changing the direction of a sailing vessel by turning the stern through the wind. This maneuver involves bringing the stern of the boat across the wind so that the wind changes from one side of the boat to the other.

Sample sentence: The experienced sailor skillfully executed a quick gybe to change the boat's direction in a strong gust of wind.

Part of Speech: noun

Sense 1: In windsurfing and kiteboarding, gybe (or jibe) refers to a maneuver where the rider changes direction by turning downwind with the wind blowing over the opposite side of the sail or kite.

Sample sentence: During the race, the windsurfer smoothly performed a gybe, gaining speed as they turned downwind.

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