whitecap
Americannoun
noun
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a wave with a white broken crest
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a member of a vigilante organization that attempts to control a community
Etymology
Origin of whitecap
Example Sentences
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One evening, ominous, low-lying tube-shaped clouds known as arcus formed, and whitecaps appeared in the waves.
Far below, through the tattered clouds, the chalk cliffs of Dover glowed white as old bone, and the dark water of the English Channel was flecked with whitecaps.
From Literature
But there are whitecaps on the horizon, suggesting rougher seas ahead.
“It’s really important that the recreational boater — or even professional boater — recognize that when whitecaps turn up so fast ... it’s time to put on your life jacket and get off the water.”
From Los Angeles Times
It’s a little breezy, but besides a few whitecaps, you hardly notice the sailing conditions.
From Seattle Times
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