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Xebec

Noun

1. A type of sailing ship used mainly in the Mediterranean during the 16th to 19th centuries, known for its distinctive three masts and its ability to navigate both with oars and sails.

Example sentence: The xebec gracefully sailed along the coast, its crew expertly maneuvering the ship.

Verb

1. (transitive) To clean or polish (a surface) thoroughly.

Example sentence: He had to xebec the wooden deck to remove all the dirt and grime.

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