escorar

Word: escorar

Meaning:
"Escorar" is a Spanish verb that generally means "to lean," "to tilt," or "to list." It refers to a tilting movement, usually of a vehicle or a boat, leaning toward one side.

Explanation:

• In maritime context, "escorar" is used to describe a ship or boat that tilts or leans to one side, often because of the wind, waves, or uneven weight distribution.
• More broadly, it means to lean or tilt slightly away from the normal upright position.

Parts of the word:

• "Es-" is a prefix often used in Spanish, but in this verb, it functions as part of the verb stem; it is not a prefix with a consistent meaning.
• "-corar" does not have a standalone meaning but may come from the Latin root related to leaning or bending.

Synonyms:

• inclinar(se) (to incline or lean)
• ladear(se) (to tilt or tip to one side)
• doblar(se) (to bend)

Antonyms:

• enderezar(se) (to straighten up)
• nivelar (to level)

Example sentences:

• El barco empezó a escorar debido a una fuerte ráfaga de viento.
  (The boat began to tilt because of a strong gust of wind.)
• La torre está escorada hacia un lado.
  (The tower is leaning to one side.)