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The Clue

Ships, to Swinburne (5 letter answer)

The Answer

KEELS

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Notes

The answer KEELS is uncommon, appearing about once every 500 puzzles.

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Definition

KEEL as a noun:

1. the median ridge on the breastbone of birds that fly
2. one of the main longitudinal beams (or plates) of the hull of a vessel; can extend vertically into the water to provide lateral stability

KEEL as a verb:

1. (stagger, reel, keel, lurch, swag, careen) = walk as if unable to control one's movements; "The drunken man staggered into the room"